PM Shehbaz tells Putin Pakistan committed to regional peace, prosperity

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (left) meets Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing on September 2, 2025. — AFP Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has told Russian President Vladimir Putin that Pakistan is committed to promoting peace, development, and prosperity in the region. The prime minister held a one-on-one meeting with Russian president on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Beijing. Speaking on the occasion, President Putin said Russia enjoys excellent relations with Pakistan and looks forward to strengthening bilateral ties further. He noted that Pakistan is currently facing a natural calamity and…