Ashgabat, Turkmenistan: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif warned of a growing terrorism threat from Afghanistan, calling on the global community to hold the Afghan government accountable.
Speaking at a Global Peace Forum in Ashgabat, he welcomed the designation of 2025 as the International Year of Peace.
PM Sharif emphasized Pakistan’s active role in promoting global peace, noting that conflict resolution through dialogue remains the cornerstone of the country’s foreign policy.
He cited Pakistan’s support in securing the Gaza peace initiative, expressing gratitude to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey, UAE, Jordan, and Iran for cooperating on ceasefire efforts. The UN Security Council Resolution 2788 aligns with Pakistan’s vision for long-term peace and humanitarian aid in the Middle East.
He stressed that sustainable peace and sustainable development are inseparable, calling for equitable access to advanced technologies, financial inclusion, and empowering women economically.
Addressing global challenges, PM Sharif described Pakistan’s clean and green development model as a global example while highlighting climate change and inequality as major hurdles for developing nations.
He urged the forum to translate discussions into practical actions, advocating collective cooperation over a zero-sum mindset, and emphasizing the need to build bridges connecting trade, people, and ideas