Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held informal meetings with US President Donald Trump and several other world leaders on the sidelines of the inaugural Board of Peace meeting in Washington on Thursday.
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During a brief interaction, Trump and Shehbaz Sharif exchanged pleasantries, shook hands, and shared a warm embrace, reflecting a cordial atmosphere. The prime minister also engaged informally with leaders from across the globe, including King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain, President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan, and President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia.
PM Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif @CMShehbaz held warm & informal interactions with global leaders at the Board of Peace in Washington.
Met with HM Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Pres. Ilham Aliyev, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev & Prabowo Subianto.
Focused discussions on regional… pic.twitter.com/AF4me9Ib4A— Azhar Javaid (@azharjavaiduk) February 20, 2026
The discussions focused on pressing regional and global issues, showcasing a spirit of cooperation and friendship. Officials noted that Pakistan’s participation in the Board of Peace highlights its growing diplomatic engagement, particularly in initiatives related to peacebuilding in Gaza, post-conflict reconstruction, and broader global stability efforts.
Addressing the forum, Shehbaz Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s support for Palestinian self-determination. He said the Palestinian people have endured illegal occupation and immense suffering for decades. The prime minister urged the international community to work toward a credible pathway for establishing an independent, sovereign, and indigenous Palestinian state in line with United Nations Security Council resolutions.
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He also emphasised the importance of ending ceasefire violations to protect lives and allow reconstruction efforts to progress, underlining that Palestinians must have full control over their land and future.
The three-day official visit by the prime minister, at the invitation of Donald Trump, has strengthened Pakistan’s visibility on the international stage and reinforced its commitment to dialogue, diplomacy, and peace advocacy.