Islamabad, Pakistan – Web Desk: Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts in facilitating dialogue between the United States and Iran have received widespread international recognition, with global leaders praising Islamabad’s role in promoting peace and stability.
According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, several high-level leaders, including UN Secretary-General António Guterres, held telephone conversations with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to commend the country’s diplomatic initiatives.
Guterres appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in hosting the “Islamabad talks” and reaffirmed the United Nations’ support for diplomatic solutions and ceasefire efforts. He emphasized the importance of dialogue in resolving regional tensions.
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand also praised Pakistan’s facilitation, stating that the Islamabad negotiations helped enable direct engagement between Washington and Tehran.
Similarly, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas acknowledged Pakistan’s efforts and stressed the need for sustained diplomacy to ensure long-term peace in the region.
Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and Romania’s Foreign Minister Oana-Silvia Toiu also contacted Ishaq Dar, praising Pakistan’s positive role and expressing interest in strengthening bilateral cooperation.
During these discussions, Dar reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to promoting peace through dialogue and emphasized the importance of maintaining ceasefire agreements.
In a related development, a key regional meeting was held in Islamabad, attended by senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt. The meeting focused on regional developments and cooperation, with recommendations set to be presented at an upcoming foreign ministers’ meeting in Antalya on April 17.
Analysts say Pakistan’s growing diplomatic engagement reflects its increasing relevance in global geopolitics, particularly in conflict mediation and regional stability efforts.
