Pakistan and Turkiye to Boost Defences While Championing Dialogue
PM Shehbaz Sharif pledges Pakistan and Turkiye will strengthen defences under Makkah Defence Agreement while advancing diplomatic ties.
In brief
PM Shehbaz Sharif pledges Pakistan and Turkiye will strengthen defences under Makkah Defence Agreement while advancing diplomatic ties. Pakistan and Turkiye will bolster defences through the Makkah Defence Agreement while continuing dialogue and diplomacy, as highlighted by PM Shehbaz Sharif. Originally reported by…
PM Shehbaz Sharif's Commitment
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif affirmed Pakistan and Turkiye will continue to champion dialogue and diplomacy alongside bolstering defences under the Makkah Defence Agreement.
“We shall continue to champion dialogue, diplomacy, respect for international law and the peaceful settlement of disputes.”
Makkah Defence Agreement Milestone
The pact, signed on August 7 between Pakistan, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia, marked an important milestone in cooperation between Islamabad and Ankara.
“It strengthens our collective deterrence and reinforces our shared commitment to regional peace and stability.”
Turkiye's Support During Marka-i-Haq
PM Shehbaz highlighted Turkiye's diplomatic support during Marka-i-Haq last May when India initiated unilateral aggression against Pakistan.
“Turkiye stood firmly by our side with unwavering commitment and dedication.”
Historic Bilateral Ties
The premier recalled the Khilafat Movement, where people donated money and jewellery to support Turkish brethren after World War I.
“A century ago, our forefathers sent their love across the seas.”
Humanitarian Aid in 2005 and 2010
Turkiye provided humanitarian aid during Pakistan's 2005 earthquake and 2010 floods, with the premier noting the emotional impact.
“Generations later, that love returned to our doorsteps during our darkest times.”
Post-Flood Infrastructure
Turkiye established modern hospitals, schools, and villages for Muzaffargarh after Pakistan's 2010 floods.
“The 100 years between the khilafat movement and that moment seemed to close into a single circle.”
Shared Suffering in 2023
When Turkiye experienced a massive earthquake in February 2023, Pakistan mourned as if the rubble lay upon their own homes.
“We stood with our Turkish brothers and sisters, in their hour of sorrow, just as they had stood with us.”
Economic Partnership Goals
PM Shehbaz announced the establishment of the President Tayyip Erdogan Special Economic Zone in Karachi during the Pakistan-Turkiye business conference in Istanbul.
“Let us translate the goodwill between our two peoples into joint ventures, shared prosperity and meaningful jobs for our young people.”
Quadrilateral Meeting
Pakistan, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Iran participated in a quadrilateral meeting where Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for regional unity.
“The presence of other islamic powers will further consolidate regional unity and cohesion.”
Counter-Terrorism Cooperation
Both nations signed an agreement to enhance cooperation in combating terrorism, narcotics trafficking and organised crime.
“Agreed to establish a joint working group to strengthen collaboration between their interior ministries.”
Joint Working Group
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Turkish counterpart Mustafa Çiftçi established a joint working group to strengthen collaboration between their interior ministries.
“The decisions were taken during a meeting between interior minister mohsin naqvi and his turkish counterpart mustafa çiftçi in istanbul.”
Historic Ties and Future Cooperation
The premier emphasized that Pakistan and Turkiye's relationship has evolved into a multifaceted strategic partnership spanning political dialogue, defence, trade, culture and people-to-people ties.
“The economic partnership between pakistan and turkiye needs to match the heights of the political and strategic bond between both nations.”
The essence
Pakistan and Turkiye will bolster defences through the Makkah Defence Agreement while continuing dialogue and diplomacy, as highlighted by PM Shehbaz Sharif.
