Shehbaz Lands in Türkiye to Expand Trade and Defence Cooperation
— April 22, 2025
ANKARA (AIA) Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Türkiye on Tuesday for a two-day official visit at the invitation of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Upon his arrival at Esenboğa Airport in Ankara, the prime minister was warmly received by Turkish Minister of Defence Yasar Guler, Deputy Governor of Ankara Zafer Orhan, President of the Pakistan-Türkiye Cultural Association Burhan Kayaturk, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Türkiye Yousaf Junaid, senior Turkish government officials, and members of the Pakistani diplomatic mission.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Tariq Fatemi are accompanying the prime minister as part of his delegation.
The visit aims to further deepen bilateral relations and enhance cooperation in key areas, including trade, investment, defence, and regional matters.
During the trip, Prime Minister Shehbaz is scheduled to hold a one-on-one meeting with President Erdogan to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation and exchange views on pressing regional and global developments.
He will also meet prominent Turkish investors and business leaders to promote trade and economic collaboration between the two nations.
Shortly after landing, the prime minister wrote on his official X timeline: “Just landed in Ankara. Looking forward to meeting my dear brother President Recep Tayyip Erdogan this evening.”
He added that Pakistan and Türkiye shared a unique and historic bond, deeply rooted in the hearts of their people. “United by trust and shared values, we carry a common vision for peace, progress, and prosperity — a partnership that has stood the test of time and continues to grow stronger with each passing day,” Shehbaz stated.