Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Syrian President al-Sharaa discussed bilateral relations and regional developments during their meeting in New York on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly.
Sharif said they discussed increasing high-level contacts between Pakistan and Syria and strengthening bilateral relations. Expanding cooperation in trade, investment, education and information technology was also on the agenda.
Sharif said Pakistan was ready to contribute to Syria’s reconstruction and economic recovery, adding that his country’s support for Syria’s sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity would continue.
They also exchanged views on regional developments, particularly the current situation in Palestine.