Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has congratulated Aleksandr Lukashenko on his re-election as President of Belarus.

In a telephonic conversation today (Saturday), the Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to further strengthening of the longstanding and friendly relations between the two countries. He also emphasized on the importance of transforming these ties into a mutually beneficial economic partnership.

Recalling President Lukashenka’s visit to Islamabad last November, the Prime Minister said that he looked forward to his official visit to Minsk later this year.

President Lukashenko thanked the Prime Minister for the telephone call and conveyed his best wishes for the progress and prosperity of the people of Pakistan.

Both leaders expressed their desire to further enhance bilateral cooperation across all areas of mutual interest, building on the existing foundation of friendship and collaboration.