PM Shehbaz Begins Official Visits to Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Qatar
Apr 15, 2026
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has departed from Islamabad on an official tour of Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Qatar, the Foreign Office of Pakistan confirmed on Wednesday.
According to an official statement, the visit will take place from April 15 to April 18 and includes high-level meetings with leadership in all three countries.
🤝 High-Level Diplomatic Meetings
During the Saudi Arabia visit, the prime minister is expected to meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss bilateral relations, regional cooperation, and economic partnership.
He will later travel to Türkiye to meet President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and participate in the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, where he will represent Pakistan in discussions with global leaders.
The final leg of the visit will take place in Qatar, where further talks on regional and economic cooperation are expected.
🌍 Focus on Regional Peace and Cooperation
Officials said the discussions will focus on strengthening bilateral ties, expanding economic cooperation, and promoting regional peace and stability.
The prime minister is accompanied by senior cabinet members, including the deputy prime minister, foreign minister, and other top officials.
💰 Strengthening Economic Ties
The visit comes amid growing economic engagement between Pakistan and Gulf countries. Recent developments include financial support commitments and long-term cooperation agreements aimed at stabilizing and strengthening Pakistan’s economy.
Authorities also highlighted ongoing defence and strategic partnerships with Gulf nations as part of broader regional security cooperation.
⚠️ Regional Context
The trip is taking place during a period of heightened regional tensions, where diplomatic engagement is seen as crucial for maintaining stability and encouraging dialogue among key international partners.
