Foreign Minister speaks with Turkish Foreign Minister

Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari held telephonic conversation with Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu on 15 November 2022 to express condolences on the Istanbul terrorist attack. He strongly condemned the heinous attack and reiterated Pakistan’s firm support to Türkiye in its fight against the scourge of terrorism. He also appreciated the efforts of the Turkish authorities resulting in immediate arrest of the perpetrators of this barbaric act.

The Foreign Minister underscored that the brave nation of Türkiye, with its resolute will and characteristic grit, will thwart all nefarious attempts to undermine its peace and stability.

During the call, Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari thanked the Turkish side for providing excellent medical support to a Pakistani who had received injuries in the blast and wished speedy recovery to all those undergoing treatment.

Islamabad
16 November 2022

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