Key points
- Landmark development marks the dawn of a new era of peace: Sharif
- Congratulates President Ilham Aliyev and people of Azerbaijan
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the historic peace agreement signed between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Republic of Armenia at the White House Summit under the auspices of US President Donald J Trump.
In a post on his X handle, he said this landmark development marks the dawn of a new era of peace, stability, and cooperation in the South Caucasus, a region that has endured decades of conflict and human suffering.
“Wisdom and foresight”
The prime minister congratulated President Ilham Aliyev and the people of Azerbaijan on this historic agreement, which reflects wisdom, foresight and sagacity in charting a course for a peaceful future for their region.
Pakistan welcomes the historic peace agreement signed between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Republic of Armenia at the White House Summit under the auspices of U.S. President Donald J. Trump @realDonaldTrump
This landmark development marks the dawn of a new era of peace,…
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) August 9, 2025
Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan has always stood by the brotherly nation of Azerbaijan, and we stand with them at this proud moment of their history.
Spirit of dialogue
The prime minister also appreciated the facilitation role of the United States, under President Donald Trump, in bringing the two sides together and securing an agreement that opens new avenues for trade, connectivity, and regional integration.
He hoped this spirit of dialogue would serve as an example for other regions facing protracted conflicts.
