China ( The COW News Digital) Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif emerged as the center of attention among global leaders at the 25th Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) held in Tianjin, China. The Prime Minister’s presence and engagements highlighted Pakistan’s growing diplomatic stature on the international stage.
Upon his arrival, PM Shahbaz Sharif was warmly received by Chinese President Xi Jinping and the First Lady at a reception organized ahead of the SCO summit. The cordial reception reflected strong ties between Pakistan and China, further reinforcing the strategic partnership between the two nations.
During the summit, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif engaged in informal bilateral meetings with prominent world leaders. These included Russian President Vladimir Putin, Malaysian President Anwar Ibrahim, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov, and Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu. In addition, he held discussions with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
Observers noted the extraordinary warmth and cordiality extended to Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif during these interactions. His meetings underscored the deep-rooted, fraternal relations Pakistan maintains with these nations, highlighting collaboration across political, economic, and cultural fronts. The informal interactions provided a platform for exchanging ideas, strengthening mutual understanding, and exploring avenues for future cooperation.
The Prime Minister’s engagement at the SCO reception and summit also highlighted Pakistan’s active role in regional diplomacy. Analysts believe that Shahbaz Sharif’s presence and the positive response from other global leaders demonstrate Pakistan’s growing influence within multilateral forums and its commitment to fostering peace, stability, and cooperation in the region.
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif’s participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit reaffirms Pakistan’s strategic and diplomatic priorities. By maintaining close ties with global leaders and actively contributing to international dialogue, the Prime Minister aims to enhance Pakistan’s global standing and secure stronger partnerships for the nation’s development and security.
The event in Tianjin reflected not only the significance of the SCO as a regional platform but also Pakistan’s evolving role in international diplomacy under Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif’s leadership.
