On the occasion of Eid ul-Adha, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan spoke by telephone with H.E. Dr. Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, in a warm and cordial exchange. Sharif conveyed heartfelt Eid greetings to Anwar and to the Malaysian people, underscoring the strong cultural and religious bonds between the two Muslim-majority nations. Anwar reciprocated with Eid greetings and extended special regards for former Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, signaling a tone of respect across successive administrations. Anwar acknowledged and appreciated Pakistan’s notable role in facilitating a ceasefire in the Gulf and in ongoing peace efforts aimed at a durable settlement in the region, while praying for Sharif’s strength and success. In turn, Sharif briefed Anwar on the latest developments in the peace process and the government’s ongoing strategy, thanking Malaysia for its steadfast support. The conversation illustrates how Eid can serve as a platform to reaffirm warmth and strategic alignment, particularly on regional security and conflict resolution. In my assessment, the exchange highlights the enduring friendship between Islamabad and Kuala Lumpur and the value of collaboration among Muslim-majority states in pursuing peace diplomacy. Yet, without a concrete, transparent roadmap and measurable milestones, such high-level praise risks remaining symbolic rather than transformative. The true test will be actionable steps—verifiable ceasefire progress, humanitarian access, and sustained multilateral dialogue—that translate goodwill into lasting regional stability.

Source: Statement from @GovtofPakistan

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Published: May 27, 2026, 8:22 am