Pakistan PM condemns coup attempt in Turkey

EghtesadOnline: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has strongly condemned the last night attempt to undermine democracy by a failed military coup in Turkey.

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17 July 2016

According to irna, in a statement he admired the resolve of 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 Recep Erdogan, the democratically-elected government of Turkey and the democratic institutions of 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.'

He said Pakistan highly values its strong and historic ties with Turkey.