New York: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with President of the European Commission Ursula Von der Leyen during the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, discussing a range of topics including bilateral relations, regional, and global issues.

According to Press Information Department, the meeting highlighted mutual interests such as the enhancement of Pakistan-EU relations and covered significant ground on various international concerns. Prime Minister Sharif extended his congratulations to Ms. Von der Leyen on her re-election and praised her efforts towards promoting the European Union’s objectives globally. He expressed Pakistan’s eagerness to fortify its connections with the European Union, emphasizing the necessity of ongoing dialogue and cooperative efforts to achieve common ambitions. The Prime Minister also mentioned Pakistan’s commitment to effectively implementing the GSP Plus related international conventions, reflecting its political dedication to adhere to the scheme’s requirements.

This interaction between Prime Minister Sharif and President Von der Leyen signifies Pakistan’s proactive approach to engaging and collaborating on international platforms to further shared interests and address global challenges.