ISLAMABAD: A parliamentary delegation led by the Speaker of National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq Monday met with the Speaker of Milli Majlis of Azerbaijan, Sahiba Gafarova at the Milli Majlis in Baku.
Ayaz Sadiq conveyed his heartfelt gratitude to Speaker Sahiba Gafarova for the kind invitation to visit Azerbaijan and for the warm welcome extended to him and his delegation, said a news release received here.
He commended Azerbaijan’s principled and steadfast stance on key regional and international issues.
Ayaz Sadiq particularly acknowledged Azerbaijan’s steadfast support for Pakistan’s principled stance on the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, as well as its clear and resolute positions on India’s recent escalations against Pakistan, the situation in Gaza and the Iran-Israel conflict.
He highlighted the symbolic significance of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s recent visit to Azerbaijan’s liberated territories, which was attended by several heads of state and sent a powerful message of solidarity to the international community in support of Azerbaijan’s victory.
He recalled two landmark resolutions presented and unanimously adopted by the National Assembly of Pakistan under his leadership: the first strongly condemned Armenian aggression, including brutal attacks on Azerbaijani civilians and military operations in Nagorno-Karabakh; the second was adopted following Azerbaijan’s victory and the liberation of its territories, reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering support.
Ayaz Sadiq raised concerns regarding India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, urging a collective condemnation at international forums as a pressing necessity.
He emphasized the importance of enhancing connectivity and infrastructure links, highlighting the transformative potential of Gwadar Port for regional trade and economic cooperation.