- Premier Shehbaz praises MWL’s efforts to promote understanding among religions and civilizations
- Pledges support for future MWL-led initiatives on women’s education, highlights deep-rooted Pakistan–Saudi Arabia ties
- Congratulates new KP CM, reviews railways affairs in meeting with Hanif Abbasi
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday praised the Muslim World League (MWL) for its significant global role in promoting the true image of Islam and advocating the collective interests of the Muslim Ummah.
He made the remarks during a meeting with MWL Secretary General and Chairman of the Organisation of Muslim Scholars Dr Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, who called on him in Islamabad.
Secretary General of World Muslim League and Chairman of the Organisation of Muslim Scholars Dr. Mohammad Bin Abdulkarim Alissa calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. pic.twitter.com/dvNcwt3LdF
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) October 16, 2025
Welcoming Dr Al-Issa to Pakistan, the prime minister lauded his “wise and visionary leadership” and said the MWL had been fostering mutual respect and understanding among different religions, beliefs, and civilizations.
Mr Sharif appreciated the international conference on women’s and girls’ education in the Muslim world, organised earlier this year in collaboration with the MWL, describing it as a “highly commendable initiative.” He assured Pakistan’s full cooperation in hosting similar events in the future.
The premier also highlighted Pakistan’s long-standing fraternal ties with Saudi Arabia and conveyed his best wishes to King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. He lauded Saudi Arabia and other Muslim countries for their “crucial role” in the Gaza peace agreement and for raising their voice for the Palestinian people.
Dr Al-Issa thanked the prime minister for the warm welcome and hospitality extended to him during his visit.
وزیراعظم محمد شہباز شریف سے مسلم ورلڈ لیگ کے سیکریٹری جنرل اور مسلم اسکالرز آرگنائزیشن کے چیئرمین ڈاکٹر محمد بن عبدالکریم العیسیٰ کی ملاقات
وزیراعظم نے ڈاکٹر العیسیٰ کو پاکستان آمد پر خوش آمدید کہا اور ان کی مدبرانہ قیادت کو سراہا۔ وزیراعظم نے اس بات پر زور دیا کہ مسلم ورلڈ… pic.twitter.com/yKuIk97Ri5
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) October 16, 2025
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, and Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Malki also attended the meeting.
PM assures cooperation to new KP chief minister
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday held a telephonic conversation with newly elected Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and congratulated him on assuming office.
“The federation is ready to work with you in the interest of Pakistan,” the prime minister told Mr Afridi.
Railways minister briefs PM on departmental affairs
Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi also called on the prime minister and discussed matters related to Pakistan Railways as well as the country’s overall political situation.
وزیراعظم محمد شہباز شریف سے وفاقی وزیر ریلوے حنیف عباسی کی ملاقات
ملاقات میں پاکستان ریلویز سے متعلق امور اور ملک کی مجموعی و سیاسی صورتحال پر تبادلۂ خیال کیا گیا۔
وفاقی وزیر ریلوے نے غزہ امن معاہدے میں پاکستان کے انتہائی اہم کردار پر وزیراعظم کو خراجِ تحسین پیش کیا۔ pic.twitter.com/m0wVPixqMA
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) October 16, 2025
Mr Abbasi commended the prime minister for Pakistan’s “significant role” in facilitating the Gaza peace deal.
