Carney discusses Middle East situation with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Sharif

Indo-Canadian Voice Carney discusses Middle East situation with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Sharif posted by: Rattan MallPRIME Minister Mark Carney on Monday discussed the evolving situation in the Middle East with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. They emphasised the importance of de-escalation and a sustained ceasefire. Carney thanked Sharif for the key strategic role played by Pakistan in facilitating a first round of discussions between the United States and Iran. He also […] The post Carney discusses Middle East situation with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Sharif first appeared on Indo-Canadian Voice.Indo-Canadian Voice

Carney discusses Middle East situation with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Sharif
Indo-Canadian Voice Carney discusses Middle East situation with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Sharif posted by: Rattan Mall

PRIME Minister Mark Carney on Monday discussed the evolving situation in the Middle East with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. They emphasised the importance of de-escalation and a sustained ceasefire.

Carney thanked Sharif for the key strategic role played by Pakistan in facilitating a first round of discussions between the United States and Iran. He also underscored that the ceasefire should include Lebanon.

The leaders underscored the need for free and secure access through the Strait of Hormuz. They emphasised the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure in the Gulf region and beyond.

Carney and Sharif discussed expanding bilateral relations through increased trade and investment and looked forward to the next round of talks on a foreign investment protection agreement in June.

The leaders agreed to remain in close contact as the situation in the Middle East evolves.

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