Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said Pakistan will continue its sincere efforts for lasting peace, mutual respect, and regional stability [1].
This diplomatic push comes as Pakistan seeks to stabilize a volatile region by facilitating a transition from temporary ceasefires to long-term agreements. The effort is specifically aimed at mitigating ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.
During a call with the Kuwaiti Foreign Minister, Dar said Pakistan is committed to peace [2]. He said the country is prioritizing a role as a mediator to ensure that regional actors maintain a baseline of mutual respect while pursuing diplomatic solutions [1].
Dar specifically addressed the relationship between Washington and Tehran. He said, "Pakistan is now focused on turning the US‑Iran ceasefire into a permanent peace agreement" [3]. This objective aligns with broader goals reported from Islamabad to foster an environment where regional stability is not dependent on fragile, short-term truces [1].
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has also reinforced these objectives, supporting the diplomatic framework established by the Foreign Ministry [4]. The Pakistani government is positioning itself as a neutral bridge between competing global powers to secure its own regional interests and those of its neighbors [1].
Dar said, "Pakistan will continue its sincere efforts for lasting peace, mutual respect, and regional stability" [1]. The administration continues to engage with Gulf partners, such as Kuwait, to build a coalition of support for these peace initiatives [2].
“Pakistan is now focused on turning the US‑Iran ceasefire into a permanent peace agreement.”
Pakistan is attempting to leverage its unique diplomatic position to act as a mediator between the U.S. and Iran. By pushing for a permanent peace agreement rather than a temporary ceasefire, Islamabad aims to reduce the risk of regional conflict that could disrupt its own economic stability and security.
