Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has signed the Islamabad Memorandum as a mediator, marking a significant development in diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran. According to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, the memorandum now carries the signatures of all key parties involved in the agreement.
The statement confirmed that the Islamabad Memorandum had already been signed by U.S. President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif subsequently added his signature in the role of mediator, reflecting Pakistan’s involvement in facilitating dialogue between the two countries.
Officials described the memorandum as an important diplomatic step aimed at improving communication and reducing tensions between Washington and Tehran. The agreement is being viewed as part of broader efforts to promote stability and constructive engagement in the region.
According to government sources, Pakistan played a key role in supporting diplomatic contacts and encouraging negotiations between the United States and Iran. The signing of the Islamabad Memorandum highlights Islamabad’s growing role in regional and international diplomacy.
Islamabad :18 June 2026.
Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif signed the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (Islamabad MoU)، as mediator.
The Islamabad MOU has been signed by President of USA Donald J. Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. pic.twitter.com/M0LKK9XoK8
— Prime Minister’s Office (@PakPMO) June 18, 2026
Earlier, President Donald Trump signed the memorandum during a dinner meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in France. The signing was presented as a positive move toward advancing diplomatic understanding and cooperation between the parties involved.
Meanwhile, Iranian state media released photographs showing President Masoud Pezeshkian signing the document. Iranian officials described the memorandum as an important development that could contribute to future dialogue and confidence-building measures between the two nations.
