Pakistan has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to peace, stability, and prosperity in the region, with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighting a series of major diplomatic engagements and developments — including Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s successful official visit to Malaysia, Pakistan’s active role at the United Nations, and its principled stance on key international issues such as Gaza, Afghanistan, and regional security.
A Strengthened Partnership: PM Shehbaz’s Malaysia Visit
At the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif paid a three-day official visit to Malaysia from October 5–7, 2025, accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar, federal ministers, and senior officials.
The visit marked a renewed push to deepen the brotherly and historic relationship between the two Muslim nations, focusing on trade, investment, defense cooperation, education, climate resilience, and tourism.
During extensive bilateral talks at Perdana Putra, both Prime Ministers discussed the evolving geopolitical landscape, regional peace initiatives, and economic cooperation. A major outcome of the talks was Malaysia’s announcement to import USD 200 million worth of halal meat from Pakistan, a significant step in expanding Pakistan’s footprint in the global halal market.
The two sides also agreed to reconvene the Pakistan–Malaysia Joint Commission Meeting at the Foreign Minister level and enhance defense collaboration through the Joint Committee on Defense Cooperation (JCDC), particularly in defense technology and industrial development.
In a symbolic gesture of intellectual and cultural cooperation, both leaders jointly launched the Urdu translation of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s book “SCRIPT: For a Better Malaysia.”
Prime Minister Shehbaz also addressed the Pakistan–Malaysia Business and Investment Conference, urging Malaysian investors to explore opportunities in Pakistan’s large and growing market, emphasizing sectors like agriculture, IT, energy, and minerals. Several MoUs and agreements were signed to enhance bilateral trade and mutual investments.
Recognizing his leadership and commitment to good governance, the Queen of the State of Pahang, Her Majesty Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah, conferred upon Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif an honorary Doctorate in Leadership and Governance.
Foreign Minister’s Parliamentary Briefing
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar briefed the National Assembly on Pakistan’s dynamic diplomatic engagements during the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly.
He reaffirmed Pakistan’s principled position on Palestine, support for a two-state solution, and advocacy for the rights of the Kashmiri and Palestinian peoples.
He also discussed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s bilateral meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House, attended by Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. The meeting centered on counterterrorism collaboration, trade expansion, and the Pakistan-India ceasefire understanding. Both leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation in agriculture, IT, minerals, and energy, and to promote stability in South Asia through diplomacy and dialogue.
Pakistan’s Stance on Gaza and Middle East Peace
Pakistan strongly condemned Israel’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla, which carried humanitarian aid to Gaza, and the illegal detention of 500 international peace activists, including former Senator Mushtaq. Following swift diplomatic intervention, Senator Mushtaq returned safely to Pakistan.
The Foreign Office welcomed the Gaza ceasefire agreement, calling it a “historic opportunity” to restore peace in the Middle East. Pakistan appreciated the mediation efforts led by U.S. President Donald Trump, Qatar, Egypt, and Turkiye, acknowledging their construc
