ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the historic International Court of Justice (ICJ) Advisory Opinion on Israel’s policies in Occupied Palestinian Territory.

“The ICJ ruling that Israel must end its occupation & illegal settlements is vindication of the legitimate struggle of the brave Palestinian people,” the prime minister wrote on his official X handle.

He urged the international community and United Nations to implement the ruling, ensuring Palestinian self-determination through a two state solution in line with relevant UN resolutions.

“Proud that Pakistan contributed to the case, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to the Palestinian cause,” he added.

On the other hand, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif appreciating the Pakistani women for rendering valuable services in every field, said that the government was determined to provide equal opportunities to all talented women across the country.

He was talking to the globally acclaimed Pakistani mountaineer Naila Kiyani who called on him at the PM House.

The prime minister said providing facilities to the women in various sectors including information technology, education, professional training, sports and other sectors was part of the government’s top priorities.

The prime minister congratulated Naila on becoming the first Pakistani woman to conquer 11 peaks above 8,000 meters, calling it a proud moment for Pakistan.

He also congratulated Naila Kiyani for recently scaling 8,485 meters high fifth-highest peak Mount Makalu.

PM Shehbaz Sharif also commended her work as an honorary ambassador for education and her efforts to promote professional training in the field of mountaineering.

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Naila Kiani thanked the prime minister for his focus on women’s development and presented proposals for specialized training and vocational education in the mountaineering sector.