— Trump thanks PM and ‘favourite’ Field Marshal Asim Munir for Gaza peace efforts
— PM reaffirms Pakistan’s support for Palestine in high-level meetings at Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit
— Meets Palestinian President, reaffirms Pakistan’s unwavering support for Palestinian cause
— Holds a series of key meetings with world leaders on the sidelines of the Summit
— Emphasizes urgent need for coordinated international efforts to restore peace in the region
SHARM EL-SHEIKH: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday praised US President Donald Trump for his “relentless and untiring” efforts to end global conflicts, including the war in Gaza.
Addressing a press conference in Sharm el-Sheikh following the signing of the Gaza peace agreement, the premier said that the world was witnessing “one of the greatest days in contemporary history” as peace had been achieved after months of tireless diplomatic efforts led by President Trump.
He described Trump as “a genuine man of peace” who worked relentlessly to make the world “a place to live with peace and prosperity.”
The prime minister said Pakistan had earlier nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize for his “outstanding and extraordinary contributions” in halting a potential war between India and Pakistan and securing a ceasefire between the two nuclear-armed nations.
“Today, again, I would like to nominate this great president for the Nobel Peace Prize because I genuinely feel that he’s the most deserving candidate,” Shehbaz said. “He has brought peace not only to South Asia, saving millions of lives, but also to the Middle East through his efforts in Gaza.”
United States President Donald Trump also thanked Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and “my favourite” Field Marshal Asim Munir for their efforts in achieving peace in Gaza, among many other world leaders.
Trump was addressing a ceremony following the signing of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas at the Sharm el-Sheikh Peace Summit in Egypt. He also invited PM Shehbaz to deliver a special address at the ceremony.
Earlier, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a series of important meetings with world leaders on the sidelines of the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit, reiterating Pakistan’s firm support for peace in the region and solidarity with the people of Palestine.
In a significant trilateral interaction, Prime Minister Sharif met with President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan of Armenia, where all three leaders expressed satisfaction over the recent ceasefire in Gaza.
The meeting marked a rare moment of convergence between the two Caucasus nations
and underscored the broader international commitment to de-escalation in the Middle East.
The Prime Minister also held bilateral discussions with prominent global leaders, including King Abdullah II of Jordan, King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain, UN Secretary-General António Guterres, President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud.
During these meetings, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the urgent need for coordinated international efforts to restore peace in the region. He highlighted Pakistan’s consistent stance on the Palestinian issue, reaffirming Islamabad’s unwavering diplomatic and moral support for the Palestinian people.
“Our position is rooted in justice and humanity,” said the Prime Minister, adding, “Pakistan
will continue to stand by the Palestinian cause and support all peaceful initiatives aimed at ending violence and ensuring the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people.”
The meetings also included discussions on broader regional stability, strengthening multilateral cooperation, and promoting dialogue to resolve long-standing conflicts.
Earlier, the Prime Minister held a meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on
the sidelines of the Peace Summit in Sharm El-Sheikh, reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Palestinian cause.
Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa also joined the conversation, reflecting the spirit of regional unity and shared commitment to peace. President Mahmoud Abbas expressed deep gratitude to Pakistan for its consistent support of the Palestinian people and its steadfast advocacy on political and diplomatic fronts.
The two leaders met informally ahead of the ceasefire signing ceremony, exchanging views in a cordial atmosphere. They lauded the historic and brotherly relations between Pakistan and Palestine, describing them as a source of pride for both nations and their peoples.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to the brave people of Gaza for their courage and endurance in the face of immense hardship over the years. Both leaders expressed satisfaction over the ceasefire in Gaza, calling it a vital step toward lasting peace and the future development of the Palestinian people.
