Islamabad, Aug. 23 (SANA) Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim discussed regional developments, particularly in the Gulf, and efforts to end escalation in the Middle East during a phone call Saturday.
According to the Pakistan News Agency, the two leaders also discussed strengthening bilateral relations and welcomed the positive momentum in cooperation between their countries.
Anwar praised Pakistan’s efforts to support regional peace and stability, while Sharif thanked Malaysia for supporting Pakistan’s peace efforts.
Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to working closely with Malaysia and other friendly countries to promote peace and de-escalation in the Middle East.
The call came amid diplomatic efforts to contain tensions and create conditions for renewed negotiations between the United States and Iran, while supporting political solutions and preventing wider regional crises.
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