By Pervaiz Mughal
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the United States held discussions on the evolving regional situation and the future direction of bilateral ties during a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker in Islamabad on Monday.
According to officials, the meeting focused on recent developments in the region, diplomatic engagement, and areas of mutual cooperation between Islamabad and Washington at a time when tensions and geopolitical uncertainty continued to shape the wider Middle East and South Asian landscape.
During the meeting, Ishaq Dar highlighted Pakistan’s role in facilitating communication between the United States and Iran, describing dialogue and diplomacy as essential tools for reducing tensions and promoting regional stability. He expressed hope that the ongoing diplomatic efforts between the two sides would help create conditions for peace not only in the region but also beyond it.
The foreign minister reiterated Pakistan’s longstanding position that disputes and conflicts should be resolved through engagement and negotiations, particularly at a time when several countries in the region were facing security and economic challenges. Diplomatic sources said both sides exchanged views on the importance of maintaining open channels of communication to avoid further escalation in sensitive regional matters.
Dar also appreciated the continuing assistance provided by the United States in the repatriation of Pakistani and Iranian seafarers through Singapore. Officials said the cooperation reflected a practical aspect of bilateral coordination between the two countries and demonstrated humanitarian collaboration despite broader regional complexities.
