Islamabad: High Commissioner of the United Kingdom to Pakistan Ms. Jane Marriott, paid a courtesy call on the Prime Minister at Prime Minister House on Monday.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif conveyed his greetings to His Majesty King Charles III and wished him a quick recovery to full health. He also reiterated his invitation to His Majesty for undertaking a Royal visit to Pakistan at his earliest convenience.

The Prime Minister also expressed satisfaction at the progress made in bilateral ties between the two countries.

While discussing the global situation, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the need for collective efforts to build lasting peace in Gaza and Ukraine.

The High Commissioner said that the UK was committed to strengthening its ties with Pakistan and to continue partnering in the country's national progress and development.

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Special Assistant to the PM, Syed Tariq Fatemi and Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch were also present on the occasion.