Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held an important meeting with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif. This meeting is a significant step towards strengthening the relations between the two countries.

During the meeting, recent developments between Pakistan and India were also discussed. Hakan Fidan emphasized the need to increase diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions between the two countries.

Fidan also announced that Turkish companies will begin oil and natural gas exploration activities in Pakistan. This is seen as a step that will further strengthen economic cooperation between the two countries.

President Erdoğan also emphasized the need to strengthen the friendship between Turkey and Pakistan during his discussions with the Prime Minister. Such diplomatic contacts are critical for stability in the region.