Pakistani Prime Minister Meets French President at One Water Summit

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met French President Emmanuel Macron on the sidelines of the One Water Summit in Riyadh, where the two leaders discussed a wide range of issues aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation.

During the meeting, Prime Minister Sharif congratulated President Macron on successfully co-hosting the summit and praised France’s global leadership in addressing climate change and developmental challenges. He specifically acknowledged President Macron’s steadfast support for Pakistan during the devastating floods of 2022.

The two leaders agreed to expand collaboration in several key sectors, including:

• Agriculture and Livestock
• Information Technology
• Clean Drinking Water Projects

Prime Minister Sharif emphasized the need to strengthen economic and trade relations, encouraging French businesses to explore investment opportunities in Pakistan.

Broadening Bilateral Relations

Both leaders expressed satisfaction with the growing ties between their countries and discussed:

• Political and Economic Cooperation
• Trade and Investment Opportunities
• Collaboration at multilateral forums, including the United Nations.

The meeting also included discussions on mutual interests and the leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to tackling regional and global challenges together.

This interaction highlights the steady progress in Pakistan-France relations and underscores their mutual commitment to forging a stronger partnership for the future.