LAHORE: US Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome on Saturday called on Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) supremo and former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, Bol News reported.

Nawaz Sharif stressed on importance of strengthening Pakistan’s relations with the US.

Nawaz Sharif recalled his various interactions with American leaders. Where both sides have always recognized the importance of Pakistan-US relations.

During the meeting, the leader of PML-N expressed his views on the political and economic situation of Pakistan. He also spoke in the context of his party’s preparations for the upcoming elections.

“The people of Pakistan will once again show confidence in the PML-N to get the country out of the numerous problems it is facing today,” he said.

They also discussed sustainable bilateral relations between Pakistan and the US and cooperation on multilateral issues of mutual interest.

The two leaders recognized the importance of a stable and strong partnership between the two countries. Both recognized the importance of developing cooperation and finding ways to build on these successful outcomes, which underpinned strong US-Pakistan bilateral relations.

The US Ambassador and Nawaz Sharif discussed various areas including trade, economy, climate change, security and regional stability. The regional situation was also discussed.

Muhammad Nawaz Sharif raised the issue of the plight of innocent Palestinians who are being brutally killed around Gaza due to indiscriminate Israeli bombing and siege.

He called for immediate cessation of hostilities and immediate provision of humanitarian and medical aid to the people. The US ambassador exchanged US priorities with the PML-N leader and thanked him for the frank and pleasant exchange during the meeting.