PM Shehbaz Calls for Continued Dialogue, Engagement with Libya

Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to fostering friendly relations with Libya and emphasized the importance of continued engagement and dialogue. He was talking to a high-level Libyan delegation that called on him in Islamabad today.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Libyan delegation included Dr. Osama Saad Hamad, Prime Minister of the Libyan Government, Field Marshal Khalifa Abu-al-Qasim Haftar, Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Arab Armed Forces, and Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Arab Armed Forces. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir were also present during the meeting.

During the discussions, both sides exchanged views on matters of mutual interest and underscored the importance of strengthening bilateral relations. The meeting reflected the shared desire to enhance cooperation in areas of common concern and to promote peace, stability, and development at regional and international levels.

The Libyan leadership appreciated Pakistan’s role and expressed interest in expanding collaboration between the two countries. The meeting concluded with an understanding to maintain close contact and explore avenues for future cooperation.