By our correspondent
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has underscored Pakistan’s commitment to deepening engagement with Iran, describing the relationship as one rooted in long-standing cultural affinity, historical ties and what he termed “brotherly relations” between the two neighbors.
According to a statement issued by the Foreign Office, Dar made the remarks during a meeting with Pakistan’s designated ambassador to Iran, where broader bilateral cooperation and diplomatic priorities were reviewed.
The foreign minister said Pakistan remained committed to expanding cooperation in key areas including trade, people-to-people exchanges and regional connectivity. He stressed that sustained dialogue and mutual understanding were essential to maintaining momentum in bilateral relations and ensuring that cooperation translated into tangible outcomes.
Dar also highlighted Islamabad’s intention to strengthen institutional links across multiple sectors, noting that consistent diplomatic coordination would be necessary to further advance shared interests. Officials present at the meeting said the discussion reflected an emphasis on maintaining structured engagement between the two foreign ministries.
Reiterating Pakistan’s wider regional diplomatic approach, the deputy prime minister said the country sought to play a constructive role in promoting peace, dialogue and stability across the region. He indicated that diplomacy and sustained engagement remained central to Pakistan’s foreign policy framework, particularly in managing relations with neighboring states.
Officials said the meeting formed part of ongoing efforts to enhance diplomatic and institutional channels between Islamabad and Tehran, particularly in areas of shared economic, strategic and regional interest. The focus, they added, remained on strengthening cooperation mechanisms that could support long-term stability and development on both sides of the border.
