Pakistan PM Sharif bats for 'path of peaceful negotiations' to address India-Pak issues

Pakistan Prime Minister Sharif calls for peaceful negotiations with India, thanks international allies for de-escalating tensions.

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked the country's political leadership, including his coalition partners and opposition, for demonstrating "exemplary" unity and integrity during the four-day confrontation between Pakistani and Indian militaries.

In an address to the nation late Saturday (May 10, 2025) night, Sharif said the "path of peaceful negotiations" should be adopted to solve the longstanding issues between India and Pakistan, including sharing of water resources, and the Kashmir issue.

India and Pakistan on Saturday (May 10, 2025) reached an understanding to stop all firings and military actions on land, air and sea, with immediate effect.

Mr. Sharif said Pakistan has given a positive response to the understanding reached with India in the interest of regional peace.

Mr. Sharif also said Pakistan responded positively to international diplomatic efforts and expressed his gratitude to all friendly countries, including the leadership of the U.S., the U.K., Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the UAE, and the U.N. Secretary General Antonio Guterres in de-escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.

Mr. Sharif especially mentioned the efforts and support of Pakistan’s "time-tested" and trustworthy" friend China, which he said stood with Pakistan in "this hour of turbulence".

The Pakistani Prime Minister described the understanding with India as a success of the entire nation and the armed forces of Pakistan.