ANKARA: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, accompanied by a high-level government delegation, has arrived in Turkey on a three-day official visit.
Upon arrival, the Prime Minister was presented a guard of honor by a smartly turned out contingent of the Turkish Army at Ankara Esenboga International Airport.
Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar and other high officials warmly welcomed the Prime Minister and his delegation at the airport.
During his visit, the prime minister will have a tete-a-tete with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan which would be followed by delegation-level talks.
Besides discussing the Pakistan-Turkey bilateral relations, the two leaders would also exchange views on regional and international issues. They will also address a Joint press stakeout after their meetings.
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As both countries are celebrating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations, the two leaders would jointly unveil a logo, marking the commencement of the celebrations.
The prime minister will have extensive interaction with leading Turkish businessmen and potential investors from diverse sectors.
He will also attend a Pakistan-Turkey Business Council Forum, hosted in collaboration with DEIK (Turkish Foreign Economic Relations Board).
A business delegation from Pakistan comprising representatives of leading companies across various sectors would also participate in the business engagements.
