China backs Pakistan's regional diplomacy

ISLAMABAD:

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday felicitated Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Pakistan's dedicated efforts to promote peace and stability across the region, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pakistan said.

During a telephone conversation, the two leaders exchanged views on the recently concluded negotiations between the United States and Iran.

Wang Yi reaffirmed China's continued support for Pakistan's constructive diplomatic role.

Dar reiterated Pakistan's steadfast commitment to advancing dialogue and diplomacy as the preferred means of restoring peace in the region.

Emphasising that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable path forward, both leaders also discussed the Pakistan–China five-point peace initiative aimed at facilitating the peaceful resolution of issues.

Earlier, Dar received Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong, the Foreign Ministry wrote in a post on X. "Discussions centered on recent developments following the Islamabad talks," the ministry said.

It added that Dar "reaffirmed Pakistan's continued resolve to support dialogue and diplomacy," adding that "Ambassador Jiang commended Pakistan's important role in facilitating direct talks between the United States and Iran."

"Both sides reaffirmed the strong Pakistan–China All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership," the ministry concluded.

Separately, Dar also chaired a meeting with Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch and other officers of the foreign ministry, to commend their hardwork, commitment, and professionalism during the "Islamabad Talks".

According to an official statement, Dar "appreciated their contribution in facilitating the dialogue between Iran and United States," which the ministry stated was "an important step towards the constructive engagement and promoting peace and stability."