Sharm El-Sheikh: Prime Minister of Pakistan Shahbaz Sharif has described U.S. President Donald Trump as a “bearer of peace,” saying that the American leader “saved millions of lives by establishing peace in South Asia.”

The Gaza ceasefire agreement was signed by the mediating countries — Egypt, Turkiye, Qatar, and the United States — at the Gaza Peace Summit in Egypt.

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif also attended the signing ceremony of the Gaza Peace Agreement.

Speaking later at a joint press conference with President Trump in Sharm El-Sheikh, the Prime Minister said it was an important day, and that peace in Gaza had been achieved after tireless diplomatic efforts.

The Prime Minister said that today marks a historic moment for Gaza, adding that Pakistan has nominated President Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, calling him “the most deserving candidate for the award.”

Shahbaz Sharif praised President Trump as a “bearer of peace,” noting that he “saved millions of lives by establishing peace in South Asia.”

President Trump appeared visibly pleased by the remarks, shaking hands warmly with the Pakistani Prime Minister. Smiling, he said into the microphone, “I didn’t expect this.”

Addressing the audience, Trump joked, “Let’s go home now, I have nothing left to say.” He also praised Shahbaz Sharif in return, saying, “Thank you, you spoke very well.”

Earlier, President Trump had referred to Pakistan’s Army Chief, General Asim Munir, as his “favorite Field Marshal” during a press conference in Sharm El-Sheikh.

“I thank Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif,” Trump said, “and I will say that my favorite Field Marshal Asim Munir — though he is not here — has also been part of this journey.”

President Trump described the Gaza peace agreement as a “historic achievement,” expressing gratitude to all the participating countries. “This agreement is a great success,” he said. “It was made possible through the cooperation of our friendly nations.”

Concluding his remarks, Trump expressed hope that Pakistan and India would continue to remain good neighbors, adding that his team in the United States had played an important role in facilitating the peace process.