Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif departed from Antalya for Pakistan after completing a three-nation visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Türkiye, marked by high-level diplomatic engagements and participation in the Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2026.
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At Antalya Airport, the prime minister and his delegation were seen off by senior Turkish officials, including Ambassador Tolga Bermek, Ambassador Nilüfer Ka?s?z, Member of Parliament Burhan Kayatürk, and Pakistan’s Ambassador to Türkiye, Dr. Yousaf Junaid.
During the three-day visit, PM Shehbaz held key meetings with leadership in all three countries, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations, enhancing economic cooperation, and promoting regional peace amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. He also interacted with several global leaders on the sidelines of the forum, discussing major regional and international developments.
The Pakistani delegation accompanying the prime minister included Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, Special Assistant Tariq Fatemi, and media coordinator Musharraf Zaidi.
Speaking after the visit, Ishaq Dar described the engagements as highly productive, particularly the bilateral discussions in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, which focused on expanding cooperation across multiple sectors. He noted that the Antalya Diplomacy Forum has emerged as a significant global platform for dialogue, bringing together diverse leadership to address pressing international challenges.
Dar also expressed appreciation for the hospitality extended by Türkiye and commended the successful organization of the forum under the leadership of Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan.
Officials said the visit reflects Pakistan’s continued diplomatic outreach aimed at strengthening partnerships, fostering dialogue, and contributing to regional and global stability.
