Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday congratulated Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on the lifting of the United Kingdom\u2019s ban on Pakistani flights, calling it a significant milestone for Pakistan\u2019s aviation sector and international standing.
\nIn a meeting held at the Prime Minister\u2019s Office, PM Shehbaz commended the efforts of the Defence Minister and his team, as well as the Aviation Division, for their dedicated work in achieving this diplomatic and operational breakthrough.
\n\u201cThe resumption of Pakistani flights to the UK marks an extremely important achievement for the country,\u201d the prime minister said, noting that this step would greatly facilitate travel for the large Pakistani diaspora in the UK and boost tourism between the two countries.
\nThe PM criticized past actions by the leadership of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), stating that \u201cirresponsible statements by PTI leaders had led to the imposition of flight restrictions, which damaged Pakistan\u2019s credibility
\nabroad.\u201d
\nThe meeting also included discussion on political and ministerial affairs, reflecting the government\u2019s broader focus on restoring Pakistan\u2019s global image and strengthening institutional cooperation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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