ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadar to discuss the evolving regional situation and domestic challenges. The leaders addressed the overall state of the country, the situation in Afghanistan, and other regional developments, emphasizing their commitment to national defense and the professional capabilities of the armed forces.

According to Radio Pakistan, the meeting included a tribute to the martyrs of Marka-e-Haq and a discussion on the need for providing maximum relief to the citizens amidst difficult regional circumstances, including tensions in the Middle East and disruptions in supply chains. President Zardari highlighted the importance of taking measures to alleviate inflationary pressures and ensure the availability of essential goods to support the common man.