Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has termed his meeting with President Donald Trump in Washington D.C as highly constructive and productive for strengthening bilateral relationship between Pakistan and the US.
Speaking to UK-based Pakistani journalists in London, he said that the US President has assured him of advancing bilateral economic cooperation. He was also appreciative of President Trump’s important role in Pakistan-India ceasefire.
The Prime Minister said the defense agreement signed between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is not against anybody. He emphasized that the agreement reflects a longstanding desire shared by both nations. He highlighted the deep-rooted relationship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, built on decades of sincerity and trust. He said this agreement has now formalized this enduring partnership.
The Prime Minister further explained that under the agreement, an attack on one country will be considered an attack on the other. In such a case, both countries will respond to any aggression through mutual consultation.
Referring to Marka-e-Haq, the Prime Minister said Pakistan taught such a lesson to India which it will remember for life.
Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan has achieved macroeconomic stability and tireless efforts are being made to take it to upward growth trajectory. He said though recent floods have wreaked havoc, they are firm in their resolve to come out of this situation and take the country forward.
He emphasized that the government is pursuing a focused approach aimed at poverty alleviation, reducing unemployment, attracting investment and fully harnessing the country’s potential in key sectors such as agriculture, information technology and mines and minerals.
Referring to the country’s immense natural resources, he said friendly countries are ready to extend full support to Pakistan in harnessing them.
He also alluded to greater coordination between the political and military leadership, stating that they are on the same page. He mentioned that he holds consultations with Field Marshal Asim Munir on all matters of national interests including foreign policy.
The Prime Minister reaffirmed the unwavering commitment to wipe out terrorism from the country. He said our security forces are combating the terrorists. He said their sacrifices in the war on terrorism will always be remembered.
Shehbaz Sharif said that he raised the voice of Kashmiri and Palestinian people at the United Nations.
