Dar emerges as top-ranked global diplomatic leader

ISLAMABAD:

DPM and FM Ishaq Dar has received unprecedented international recognition for his diplomatic leadership, as Pakistan positioned itself at the centre of high-stakes mediation efforts during the escalating Iran–US–Israel crisis.

Over the past week, senior officials and influential voices from more than ten countries, including Saudi Arabia, Iran, the US, China, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Uzbekistan, and Egypt, have publicly acknowledged Dar's role in facilitating ceasefire negotiations.

According to sentiment analysis for April 5–11, 2026, Dar ranked as the most positively viewed world leader globally.