By Asghar Ali Mubarak
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, officials confirmed. According to a statement from Pakistan’s Foreign Office, the two leaders discussed bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors and exchanged detailed assessments of the regional situation.
During the call, both officials reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening trade ties, enhancing coordination, and promoting people-to-people contacts between the two countries. They also emphasized the importance of continued collaboration to support regional peace and development, underscoring the shared interest in stability and constructive engagement in South Asia and the broader Middle East.
The Foreign Office described the discussion as part of ongoing efforts to maintain close diplomatic channels and deepen mutual understanding between Islamabad and Tehran. Analysts noted that the dialogue reflects both countries’ intent to manage regional challenges through cooperation rather than confrontation, particularly in the context of evolving security dynamics and economic opportunities.
Observers also highlighted that regular high-level consultations signal a proactive approach by Pakistan and Iran to safeguard regional stability while advancing strategic and economic interests. The conversation was seen as a reaffirmation of longstanding bilateral ties and a commitment to dialogue as a tool for addressing shared challenges.
The call comes amid a period of heightened regional tensions, with both Islamabad and Tehran seeking to project a message of preparedness, mutual support, and coordinated action in response to evolving geopolitical developments.
