PM Shehbaz, Bill Gates Talk Polio and Flood Aid

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Bill Gates during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session in New York. The two leaders discussed key issues affecting Pakistan, including polio eradication, nutrition, and flood relief. PM Shehbaz thanked the Gates Foundation for its long-standing support in these areas. He emphasized the need for continued collaboration to overcome pressing health and humanitarian challenges. The meeting highlighted shared goals and deepening ties between Pakistan and the Gates Foundation.

During the meeting, PM Shehbaz expressed sincere gratitude for the Foundation’s efforts in helping Pakistan fight polio. He noted that polio remains a major public health challenge for the country. The premier praised the Gates Foundation’s commitment to ending this disease. He also acknowledged the Foundation’s support in improving nutrition levels across Pakistan. This support, he said, has helped improve lives in vulnerable communities.

The discussion also focused on the Foundation’s role in disaster relief. PM Shehbaz praised the Gates Foundation for its aid during the 2022 floods. He called their response a “lifeline” for affected communities. The prime minister further commended their help during recent flood events. He said the timely support made a real difference on the ground.

In addition to health and relief work, the prime minister discussed economic reforms. He thanked the Gates Foundation for backing Pakistan’s digitalization efforts. These efforts, he added, are vital for building a modern and inclusive economy. PM Shehbaz said the Foundation’s help extends beyond health and is shaping long-term national progress.

The meeting ended on a hopeful note. Both PM Shehbaz and Bill Gates agreed to keep working together in the future. They reaffirmed their commitment to improving health, supporting relief, and boosting development in Pakistan. Their shared vision aims to build a stronger, healthier, and more resilient country for all.