Antalya, November 12, 2026: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday held a bilateral meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on the sidelines of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) COP31 Leaders Summit in Antalya.
During the meeting, the two leaders reaffirmed the deep-rooted historic and brotherly relations between Pakistan and Türkiye and expressed satisfaction over the positive trajectory of bilateral ties.
They held wide-ranging discussions on ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation, with particular focus on trade and investment, defence collaboration, energy cooperation and regional connectivity.
Both leaders emphasized the importance of accelerating ongoing initiatives and exploring new opportunities to deepen economic engagement. They also exchanged views on the evolving regional situation and broader global developments.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted ongoing efforts by regional countries, particularly members of the Makkah Accord, to promote de-escalation and dialogue.
President Erdoğan appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role and mediation efforts that led to the signing of the Islamabad MoU.
The prime minister thanked President Erdoğan for his consistent support and close coordination throughout Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts.
Both leaders underscored the importance of ensuring that all parties fulfil their commitments under the Islamabad MoU to achieve durable and lasting peace in the wider region.
They also reaffirmed their steadfast support for each other on matters of core national interest, reflecting the longstanding tradition of mutual trust and solidarity between the two countries.
The meeting concluded with both leaders reiterating their resolve to further strengthen the strategic partnership between Pakistan and Türkiye, building on their fraternal ties and shared vision for peace and prosperity.
