Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has reiterated his government's resolve to further consolidate and strengthen relations with the United States on the basis of mutual trust and shared goals. He made the pledge while talking over telephone with US Secretary of State John Kerry who congratulated him on assuming the office of prime minister of the country.
Nawaz underscored the need to strengthen the strategic dialogue between the two countries. He also emphasised upon the importance of regular high-level exchanges between the two sides in order to build on mutual interests and shared goals. Secretary Kerry provided an update on the recent developments and expressed appreciation for Pakistan's positive role in advancing peace and stability in the region. He reaffirmed the importance of Pakistan-US bilateral relations for enduring peace and stability in the region.
Secretary General of the Organisation of Islamic Co-operation Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu also felicitated Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on assumption of the high office of the Prime Minister for the third time. In his message‚ he termed it a manifestation of the trust‚ admiration and belief of the people of Pakistan in his leadership. Ihsanoglu also expressed confidence in the continued support of Pakistan to the OIC. Meanwhile‚ Egyptian President Dr Mohamed Morsi has also congratulated Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on assumption of power.