PM Shehbaz, Bilawal discuss regional situation, Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts for peace

Published March 25, 2026
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Wednesday. — Photo courtesy PTV News
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Wednesday. — Photo courtesy PTV News
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Pakistan People’s Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari along with a delegation hold a meeting in Islamabad on March 25, 2026. — photo courtesy PTV News
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Pakistan People’s Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari along with a delegation hold a meeting in Islamabad on March 25, 2026. — photo courtesy PTV News

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday met with PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari and discussed the evolving situation in the Gulf amid the US-Israel war on Iran and matters of national importance.

During the meeting, the prime minister informed Bilawal about Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts aimed at promoting global peace in light of regional tensions. 

Both leaders also exchanged views on political developments and internal security challenges facing the country.

Bilawal appreciated the federal government’s policies and measures to address potential challenges arising from the ongoing conflict, praising the prime minister’s leadership during a difficult time.

The two leaders also reviewed development projects being carried out by the federal government in Sindh.

The meeting was also attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Khan Cheema, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, Minister for Law and Justice Azam Nazeer Tarar, Adviser to Prime Minister on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah and Senator Saleem Mandviwala.

The development comes a day after PM Shehbaz had formally pitched Islamabad as a potential venue for negotiations between Iranian and US officials.

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