ISLAMABAD – Pakistan, Türkiye, and Azerbaijan have reaffirmed their commitment to regional peace, economic collaboration, and mutual prosperity, following a trilateral summit held in Lachin, Azerbaijan.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the historic ties between the three nations, calling for collective progress in trade, defense, and diplomacy. He praised Azerbaijan and Türkiye for their unwavering support on key geopolitical issues, including Kashmir, Karabakh, and Northern Cyprus.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev announced a $2 billion investment in Pakistan, focusing on defense cooperation, energy, and infrastructure projects. He highlighted the potential for joint military exercises and defense industry partnerships to ensure regional stability.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan commended Pakistan’s diplomatic approach during recent tensions with India, expressing hope for lasting peace. He also urged global pressure on Israel to establish a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
The summit concluded with a pledge to institutionalize trilateral cooperation, ensuring regular high-level meetings to advance trade, investment, and security collaboration.
