ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned Israel’s recent plan to take control of Gaza City, calling it illegal, illegitimate, and a dangerous step that will worsen the already dire situation in Palestine. In a statement shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Friday, the prime minister said that the move will … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, while lauding the Ministry of Information Technology for achieving last year’s $3.8 billion IT export target, has instructed the development of a comprehensive action plan to set annual goals and outline measures to exceed the long-term $30 billion export target. Chairing a meeting to review the performance of the National … Read more
GILGIT: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif assessed the extent of damage caused by recent torrential rains across various parts of Gilgit-Baltistan and directed concerned authorities to enhance disaster response efforts and strengthen infrastructure against future climate-related events. While chairing a high-level meeting on the aftermath of heavy rains and cloudburst incidents in Diamer and surrounding regions, … Read more
LAHORE: Pakistan Railways marked a major milestone this week as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif officially launched the Lahore to Karachi Business Train at a special ceremony held at the Lahore Railway Station. Top government officials, railway authorities, and media representatives attended the event. During the visit, Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi gave the Prime … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved Pakistan’s first Skills Impact Bond aimed at providing employment opportunities to the youth. A review meeting was held on the road map to provide employment to the youth under Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, during which the Prime Minister approved the first Skills Impact Bond of Pakistan. Talking to … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif formed a committee under the chairmanship of Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal to develop recommendations for aligning the civil services with modern-day requirements and improving the civil service structure. The prime minister directed the committee to present comprehensive reform-based recommendations after detailed consultations within one month. Presiding over a meeting … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated that a peaceful settlement of the Kashmir dispute, in line with United Nations Security Council resolutions, is essential for ensuring the rights of the Kashmiri people and lasting peace in the region. In his message on Kashmir Accession Day, the Prime Minister emphasized that Pakistan remains firmly … Read more
Islamabad – Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Abu Qasim Haftar, Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Armed Forces, met Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir during his official visit to Pakistan. High-Level Meeting at the Prime Minister’s House: Lieutenant General Saddam Haftar, accompanied by a delegation, held an important … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has categorically denied rumors suggesting that Field Marshal, Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir has expressed a desire to become President of Pakistan or that President Asif Ali Zardari is stepping down. In an interview, the prime minister described such claims as baseless and purely speculative. “There is … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the relevant authorities to develop a comprehensive strategy, in coordination with provincial governments, aimed at achieving sustainable agricultural reforms. While chairing a review meeting on agriculture sector development, the prime minister emphasized that the reform process will begin by offering easy loans to farmers through a public-private partnership … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to Havaldar Lalak Jan Shaheed (Nishan-i-Haider) on his martyrdom anniversary, saying that during the Kargil War, he thwarted the enemy’s nefarious designs and made a great sacrifice for the homeland. The prime minister said that the enemy’s attacks could not undermine the courage of Havaldar Lalak Jan Shaheed … Read more
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to discuss security arrangements during Youm-e-Ashura across the country. During the meeting, the interior minister gave a detailed briefing on the steps taken to ensure peace and safety during Ashura processions and gatherings. He said that the government made every effort to maintain law … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, President of Turkiye Recep Tayyip Erdogan and President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, following the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Summit, in Khankendi, Azerbaijan strolled together and exchanged pleasantries. The president of Azerbaijan briefed the prime minister and the Turkish president about the history of Khankendi and its historical buildings the … Read more
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on the sidelines of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) summit. During the meeting, Prime Minister Shehbaz expressed gratitude to President Aliyev for Azerbaijan’s continued support to Pakistan amid its recent tensions with India. He also reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for Azerbaijan during its difficult times. … Read more
ISLAMABAD: A speculation grows over the possible ousting of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held key meetings with Governor KP Faisal Karim Kundi and Awami National Party (ANP) leader and Senator Aimal Wali Khan. Governor Kundi briefed the Prime Minister on the recent tragic incident in the Swat River during their meeting. … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday praised the economic team and coalition partners for their dedication and support in passing the 2025-26 annual budget in parliament. He urged them to demonstrate the same unity and effort to advance the country’s economic development. Addressing members of the Senate and National Assembly after the approval of … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the recent Israeli airstrikes on Iran, expressing deep concern over the potential for further regional instability. In his statement, the Prime Minister extended solidarity with the Iranian people, acknowledging the losses caused by the attacks. He warned that the already volatile region risks becoming even more destabilized. … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has taken notice of pay raise for Senate Chairman and National Assembly Speaker. According to sources, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken notice of the salary increases for the Senate Chairman, Deputy Chairman, National Assembly Speaker, and Deputy Speaker. Sources further said that the Prime Minister has sought a … Read more
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended his heartfelt felicitations to the entire Pakistani nation and the Muslim world on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Azha. He said Eid-ul-Azha is a day to revive our faith, sacrifice, selflessness and spirit of brotherhood as it reminds us of the unparalleled obedience, sacrifice, submission … Read more
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Friday, exchanged Eid greetings, and discussed ways to strengthen the longstanding ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Saudi media reported that Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir also attended the meeting. The leaders focused their discussions on expanding … Read more
DUSHANBE: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned the politicization of water resources, warning that Pakistan would not tolerate any attempt by India to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty and put millions of lives at risk for political purposes. Speaking at the High-Level International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation, being held from May 29 to 31, 2025, … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif arrived in the city of Lachin, Azerbaijan to participate in Pakistan-Turkiye-Azerbaijan Trilateral Summit. At Lachin airport, the prime minister was received by the Foreign Minister of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan Qasim Mohiuddin and other diplomatic staff. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Minister … Read more
ISTANBUL: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif departed to Iran after concluding his two-day official visit to Turkiye. The prime minister will arrive in Tehran where he would meet the Iranian leadership. At the airport, the prime minister was seen off by Minister of National Defense of Turkiye Yasar Guler, Deputy Governor Istanbul Ilker Haktankacmaz, President … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed his government’s commitment to fast-track institutional reforms alongside macroeconomic stabilization. The Prime Minister expressed these remarks during high-level meeting with a delegation from International Monetary Fund (IMF) led by Jihad Azour at the PM’s Office. “With the grace of Allah, Pakistan is now moving from economic stability toward … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed the immediate and effective implementation of ongoing reforms in the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), with a strong focus on digitization and automation of the tax system. The prime minister while chairing a high-level review meeting here, emphasized the need for decisive action to correct what he described as … Read more
KARACHI: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Karachi on Monday on a one-day visit. Federal Minister for Education Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui received the Prime Minister upon his arrival in Karachi. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit the Pakistan Navy dockyard.The Prime Minister will meet the officers and men of the Pakistan Navy. PM … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday unveiled major tariff reforms, announcing that the government will cap customs duty at a maximum of 15% and gradually phase out additional customs and regulatory duties over the next four to five years. The prime minister chaired a meeting on the National Tariff Policy and took a historic … Read more
On Wednesday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed profound gratitude to Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev and the people of Azerbaijan for their unwavering solidarity and support for Pakistan during the recent tensions with India. Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Khazar Farhadov, called on PM Shehbaz at the Prime Minister’s House, according to a news release. … Read more
