ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has strongly condemned the attempt to undermine democracy by a failed coup in the brotherly country of Turkey.
In a statement he admired the resolve of the brave and resilient Turkish people, who stood up against the forces of darkness and anarchy to express their support and commitment to democracy.
He expressed complete support and solidarity with President Erdogan, the democratically elected government of Turkey and the democratic institutions of Turkey.
He said Pakistan reaffirms its abiding interest in a democratic, peaceful and stable Turkey. The prime minister said we wish to convey our prayers and good wishes for President Erdogan’s well-being and welfare of the people of Turkey as well as the unity of the Islamic Ummah.
@PMNawazSharif condemns Turkey coup. Meaningless, weightless. Only @AsimBajwaISPR tweet criticizing the coup will be a top story.
— Ahsan Raza (@Muzaffargarh) July 16, 2016
He said Pakistan highly values its strong and historic ties with Turkey. Pakistan deeply appreciates President Erdogan’s steadfast support as also the support of the people of Turkey to Pakistan on all occasions, whenever the need arose.
He reaffirmed full support of the government and people of Pakistan to the elected leadership and government and the people of Turkey.
