NEW YORK: In an important diplomatic encounter on sidelines of 79th Session of United Nations General Assembly here, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan lauded Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for his government's impressive economic performance.

Insiders who observed meeting told that President Erdogan specifically commended Prime Minister Shehbaz's administration for successfully improving Pakistan's macroeconomic indicators and bringing inflation down to single digit.

Turkish leader expressed optimism about Pakistan's continued economic progress under PM Shehbaz's leadership."Prime Minister Sharif's economic policies have played crucial role in stabilising Pakistan's economy," President Erdogan remarked during their bilateral meeting.

He further praised prime minister for his commitment to economic reform and strong leadership under challenging financial circumstances. Two leaders engaged in discussions on various bilateral matters, agreeing to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment, defence and security domains.

They reviewed preparations for upcoming 7th session of Pakistan-Türkiye High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council scheduled to be held in Islamabad. Regional and global issues were on agenda as well, with both leaders expressing concern over humanitarian situation in Gaza and calling for an immediate ceasefire.

Prime Minister Shehbaz appreciated Türkiye's steadfast support for people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Meeting concluded on personal note, with President Erdogan extending warm birthday wishes to premier.

Published in The Daily National Courier, September, 26 2024

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