Unity, Cooperation Essential for Muslim World: Ayaz Sadiq
ISLAMABAD, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – August 21, 2026) Speaker of the National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, emphasized on Friday that unity and mutual cooperation among Muslim countries are crucial for the progress, prosperity, and stability of the global Muslim community.
Meeting with Malaysian Delegation
During a meeting with a six-member Parliamentary delegation led by Malaysian Interior Minister Saifuddin Nasution bin Ismail at the Parliament House, Ayaz Sadiq welcomed them warmly. The discussion focused on:
- Fraternal relations between Pakistan and Malaysia.
- Bilateral cooperation and parliamentary ties.
- Mutual interests.
Ayaz Sadiq highlighted the importance of strengthening parliamentary cooperation between the two nations, suggesting regular exchanges and interactions between parliamentarians to enhance bilateral relations. He also proposed that Parliamentary Friendship Groups could foster greater interaction and cooperation.
The Speaker noted the potential for expanding economic ties, emphasizing the need to strengthen trade, investment, and business-to-business relationships. Additionally, he underscored the significance of promoting educational and cultural exchanges, while reinforcing people-to-people connections.
Regional Peace and Diplomacy
Ayaz Sadiq expressed Pakistan’s desire for peace and diplomatic solutions to regional conflicts, stressing that all countries should utilize diplomacy to achieve lasting peace. He raised concerns about terrorist activities targeting innocent Pakistani citizens from Afghan soil and the use of Afghan territory for such operations.
Global Challenges
The Speaker acknowledged the global challenge posed by climate change, emphasizing the need for collective international efforts to address it. Malaysian Interior Minister Saifuddin Nasution bin Ismail echoed this sentiment, highlighting the importance of diplomacy and dialogue in promoting global peace and stability. He appreciated Pakistan’s role in these efforts despite regional tensions.
People-to-People Contacts
Both sides agreed on the importance of joint initiatives to promote people-to-people contacts between Pakistan and Malaysia, fostering deeper cultural understanding and ties.
