Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will travel to Iran from July 3 to July 5 to participate in the funeral of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli strikes on February 28. The visit will be accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, cabinet officials, and senior figures.
During his time in Iran, Mr. Sharif will express condolences on behalf of Pakistan’s government and people to the Iranian leadership and affected families, reinforcing the longstanding friendship between the two nations.
Following the funeral, the prime minister will proceed to Türkiye, where he will meet President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Discussions will focus on enhancing bilateral trade and investment, as well as addressing regional security matters.
Mr. Sharif will also attend a business conference in Türkiye, highlighting Pakistan’s trade and investment opportunities in sectors such as special economic zones, energy, technology, and privatization. The event will bring together Turkish business leaders, investors, and officials.
The Foreign Office emphasized that the visits underscore Pakistan’s deep historical, cultural, and fraternal ties with both Iran and Türkiye.
Regarding the ongoing US-Iran conflict, Pakistan has increased diplomatic efforts with regional and global stakeholders to support the implementation of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding signed on June 18. Recent talks in Doha have shown positive progress, and Pakistan will continue its mediatory role with Qatari partners.
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