Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan extended his congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on forming a central government for the third consecutive time. This official message from Pakistan marks a notable gesture amidst the diplomatic relations between the two neighboring countries.
PM Sharif's felicitations come after a week of deliberation, as Pakistan initially deemed it premature to extend congratulations to PM Modi, as stated by the country's Foreign Office spokesperson. Despite not receiving an invitation to PM Modi's swearing-in ceremony, PM Sharif conveyed his best wishes to PM Modi through a public message on social media.
The absence of PM Sharif from the guest list at the oath-taking ceremony reflects the persistent diplomatic tensions between India and Pakistan. Nevertheless, key figures from neighboring countries and the Indian Ocean region attended the ceremony, signifying the importance of regional cooperation and engagement in the broader context of diplomacy.
PM Modi's re-election for a third term follows the significant electoral victory of the BJP-led NDA coalition in the recent Lok Sabha elections, emphasizing continuity and stability in India's leadership amid evolving regional dynamics.
