Pakistan’s recent diplomatic activities emphasize its commitment to advancing bilateral cooperation, regional stability, and humanitarian values. At the forefront of this effort is Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s official visit to Belarus from 10–11 April 2025, following President Aleksandr Lukashenko’s trip to Pakistan in November 2024.
In this visit, Prime Minister is set to consolidate progress made during recent bilateral exchanges, including the 8th Joint Ministerial Commission and high-level ministerial visits. Prime Minister Sharif is accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz. Several agreements are expected to be signed, further strengthening Pakistan-Belarus ties.
Likewise, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Dar has maintained robust diplomatic outreach. His recent conversations with the Foreign Ministers of Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia highlighted mutual interests and reinforced the spirit of regional cooperation.
A significant dialogue with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio focused on trade, investment in critical minerals, and regional security. Both sides agreed to enhance collaboration on counterterrorism and to address the unresolved issue of U.S. military equipment left behind in Afghanistan.
Economic diplomacy also featured prominently in a meeting between Dar and Azerbaijan’s Minister for Economy, Mikayil Jabbarov. Discussions focused on expanding trade, energy, Information Technology (IT), and green infrastructure cooperation, setting the stage for new agreements during the upcoming visit of the Azerbaijani President to Pakistan.
Meanwhile, Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch led Pakistan’s delegation in the second round of Bilateral Political Consultations with Jordan. The dialogue explored shared concerns, including the situation in Palestine, regional dynamics, and the state of bilateral relations.
Additional Secretary (Europe) Ambassador Shafqat Ali Khan engaged in productive consultations with France’s Deputy Secretary General David Bertolotti. The dialogue reviewed bilateral cooperation and reaffirmed the intent to deepen ties under the Pakistan-France Roadmap for Cooperation.
On the humanitarian front, Pakistan dispatched 35 tons of relief goods to Myanmar following a devastating earthquake. At the global stage, Pakistan strongly condemned Israel’s ongoing atrocities in Gaza and called for immediate international intervention. Additionally, Pakistan reaffirmed support for the upcoming international conference on Palestine, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, emphasizing a two-state solution.
Pakistan also condemned restrictions imposed by Indian authorities on Eid celebrations in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, urging respect for religious freedoms and human rights.
These extensive diplomatic engagements reflect Pakistan’s multidimensional foreign policy—anchored in partnership, peace, and principled advocacy for oppressed peoples.
