Published on, Sept. 2 -- September 2, 2025 5:13 PM

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing after the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit. The meeting included Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. Both leaders greeted each other warmly and expressed a desire to strengthen bilateral ties.

During the meeting, Putin expressed his sorrow over the recent floods in Pakistan. He emphasized Russia's strong relationship with Pakistan and its wish to deepen cooperation. Meanwhile, Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the growing strength of Pakistan-Russia relations over time. He stressed Pakistan's commitment to regional peace, development, and prosperity.

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