Islamabad: President of Turkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdogan has reached Islamabad on a two-day visit to Pakistan .
As the Turkish president landed at Nur Khan Airbase, he was received by President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy PM/Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, and senior government officials.
A 21-gun salute in the backdrop heralded the arrival of the dignitary, who was accompanied by a high-level delegation.
The Pakistan Air Force jets escorted President Erdogan’s special aircraft as it entered Pakistan’s airspace.
Two children, attired in traditional dresses presented bouquet to the Turkish President and accompanying First Lady.
The welcome ceremony also featured a performance by the military band as the children waved the flags of Pakistan and Turkiye.
The airbase and the route of Turkish President Erdogan’s motorcade were decorated with Pakistani and Turkish flags, as well as welcoming banners, showcasing the warm hospitality and strong diplomatic ties between the two nations.
He is visiting on the invitation of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif
According to Foreign Office, President Erdogan will be accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Ministers and senior officials, as well as corporate leaders.
During the visit, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Erdogan will co-chair the 7th Session of the Pakistan-Turkiye High Level Strategic Cooperation Council.
At the conclusion of the Session, a Joint Declaration and a number of important agreements and MoUs are expected to be signed.
