Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addressed a Pakistan-Turkiye-Azerbaijan Trilateral Summit in Baku, emphasizing that "We must sit together and talk for the sake of peace… There are issues that demand immediate attention and must be addressed through dialogue."
The PM highlighted three critical areas requiring negotiation: Kashmir, water resources, and counterterrorism. He reiterated Pakistan's commitment to peace, stating the nation "desired peace yesterday" and will "continue to desire peace in the future."
Regarding Kashmir, Sharif asserted Pakistan seeks resolution aligned with UN Security Council resolutions and Kashmiri aspirations. He accused India of attempting to weaponize the Indus Waters Treaty, warning: "It is most unfortunate that India tried to threaten to stop the flow of water into Pakistan. This is never possible."
The PM noted Pakistan's significant terrorism losses — 90,000 lives and $150 billion in economic damages — demonstrating commitment to combating the threat.
Sharif credited Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir's leadership during the recent military standoff triggered by Indian missile strikes on May 7, which resulted in 31 civilian deaths. Pakistan responded by downing six fighter jets and numerous drones. A ceasefire was agreed upon May 10 after four days of intense cross-border strikes.
Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev announced $2 billion investment plans for Pakistan. Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan praised the trilateral relationship and Sharif's diplomatic approach during the conflict.