Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call earlier today from his Qatari counterpart Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Jassim Al Thani, the PM’s Office says.

“During their warm and cordial conversation, the two leaders exchanged views on the evolving regional situation and reviewed the progress of ongoing peace efforts in the region,” the PMO statement said.

PM Shehbaz “expressed Pakistan’s sincere appreciation for Qatar’s continued and steadfast support for Pakistan’s peace initiatives, reaffirming the depth of the brotherly bonds between the two countries”.

“Both sides underscored the importance of constructive engagement by all parties to ensure the success of ongoing peace efforts,” PMO added.