Islamabad, April 10, 2026: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call from the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer, on Friday evening, according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office.
During the conversation, Prime Minister Starmer commended Pakistan’s effective diplomatic efforts in facilitating the U.S.-Iran ceasefire and the resumption of dialogue. He congratulated Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on hosting the peace negotiations in Islamabad and conveyed his best wishes for their success.
Reaffirming Pakistan’s sincere commitment to regional peace and stability, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the joint statement issued by key European and international leaders, including Prime Minister Starmer, endorsing Pakistan’s peace initiatives.
Both leaders underscored the importance of ensuring that the ceasefire remains intact and contributes to lasting peace and stability in the region.
They also agreed to work closely to further strengthen the longstanding and friendly relations between Pakistan and the United Kingdom across all areas of mutual interest, including trade, investment, and strategic cooperation.
The prime minister reiterated his cordial invitation to his British counterpart to undertake an official visit to Pakistan, reflecting the shared commitment of both nations to deepen bilateral engagement.
