Office of the Deputy Prime Minister

DPM/FM Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 received a call from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres @antonioguterres today. The SG appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in convening the Islamabad talks and commended the DPM/FM’s efforts in advancing regional peace. He also expressed the UN’s full support to Pakistan’s continued efforts in this regard. DPM/FM reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to promoting dialogue and diplomacy for peace and stability in the region. #IslamabadDiplomacy @UN @PakistanUN_NY @PakistanPR_UN

Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqdar50 today received a telephone call from Romanian Foreign Minister Oana-Silvia Toiu @oana_toiu. Foreign Minister Toiu appreciated Pakistan’s role in facilitating the Islamabad talks. Both leaders welcomed the positive momentum in Pakistan-Romania relations and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen cooperation. They also exchanged views on regional and global issues, agreeing on the importance of continued dialogue and diplomacy for the peaceful resolution of conflicts. @MAERomania #IslamabadDiplomacy

🔊PR No.1️⃣0️⃣1️⃣/2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ Senior Officials Meeting of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Egypt, held in Islamabad (14th April, 2026) 🔗⬇️

Governor of Sindh, Nehal Hashmi called on the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50. DPM/FM congratulated the Governor on assuming office on 13 March 2026 and extended best wishes for a successful tenure. They exchanged views on matters related to governance, economic development, and public welfare. DPM/FM underscored the federal government’s commitment to continued cooperation and support to promote progress and development in the provinces.

DPM/FM Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 spoke with the FM of Kuwait, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Sabah. The Kuwaiti FM commended Pakistan’s role in facilitating the Islamabad talks and appreciated the DPM/FM’s efforts in this regard. DPM/FM reaffirmed Pakistan’s resolve to continue sustained efforts, emphasizing dialogue and diplomacy as the only viable path to resolving issues. Both sides reaffirmed the strong Pakistan–Kuwait ties and agreed to remain in close contact. @MOFAKuwait #IslamabadDiplomacy

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 chaired today a meeting of the Steering Committee to oversee Fuel Subsidy and Austerity today. The Petroleum Minister appraised the participants about the existing fuel supplies position viz a viz the consumption. He also shared the progress made so far to source fuels from other regions which are not affected by the War. DPM/FM stressed the need to implement the Prime Minister’s Austerity measures in true spirit. The meeting was also apprised about progress on Fuel subsidy program. DPM/FM directed that payments must be first tracked to ameliorate the burden for the common man. The meeting was attended by the Minister IT, Federal Secretaries of Petroleum, Information Technology and Telecom, all four Provincial Chief Secretaries and other relevant stakeholders. Chief Secretaries AJK and GB also participated.

DPM/FM Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 received a phone call from EU HRVP @kajakallas. DPM/FM appreciated the regular and close contact between Pakistan and the EU during the ongoing regional situation. He shared the developments about the recently held Islamabad Talks. EU HRVP commended Pakistan’s constructive role for facilitating US-Iran direct negotiations in Pakistan. Both sides emphasized the need for continued dialogue & diplomacy for resolution of the conflict. The two leaders positively assessed the growing cooperation between Pakistan and EU, and agreed to maintain close contact on all issues of mutual interest. #IslamabadDiplomacy

Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50, spoke late last night with Canada’s Foreign Minister, Anita Anand @AnitaAnandMP, to exchange views on recent developments, including the U.S.–Iran negotiations held during the Islamabad Talks. Foreign Minister Anand appreciated Pakistan’s role in facilitating dialogue. Underscoring the importance of all parties adhering to a ceasefire, DPM/FM reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to continuing its support for dialogue and diplomacy. Both leaders agreed to remain in close contact. #IslamabadDiplomacy

DPM/FM Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 held a telephone conversation today with the UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper @YvetteCooperMP. They exchanged views on the recently held direct U.S.-Iran negotiations at the Islamabad Talks, as well as broader regional developments. The UK Foreign Secretary appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting peace and stability in the region. DPM/FM underscored the need for all parties to fully respect and implement the ceasefire. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s continued commitment to advancing dialogue and diplomacy as the only viable means to address regional challenges and foster lasting peace. @FCDOGovUK #IslamabadTalks

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 held a telephone conversation today with the Foreign Minister of the People’s Republic of China, Wang Yi. The two leaders exchanged views on the recently concluded Islamabad Talks and the direct U.S.–Iran negotiations. FM Wang Yi felicitated the DPM/FM on Pakistan’s dedicated efforts to promote peace and stability across the region. He reaffirmed the People’s Republic of China’s continued support for Pakistan’s constructive diplomatic role. DPM/FM reiterated Pakistan’s steadfast commitment to advancing dialogue and diplomacy as the preferred means to restore peace in the region. Emphasizing that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable path forward, both leaders discussed the Pakistan–China Five-Point Peace Initiative aimed at facilitating peaceful resolution of issues. Both sides agreed to remain in close contact.

Deputy Prime Minister/ Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 received today Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong. Discussions centered on recent developments following the Islamabad talks. DPM/FM reaffirmed Pakistan’s continued resolve to support dialogue and diplomacy. 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.

Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 chaired a meeting with the Foreign Secretary Amb. Amna Baloch @AmnaBaloch4 and officers of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to commend their hardwork, commitment and professionalism during the Islamabad Talks. He appreciated their contribution in facilitating the dialogue between Iran and United States, an important step towards the constructive engagement and promoting peace and stability. #IslamabadDiplomacy

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 spoke this evening with the Foreign Minister of Türkiye, Hakan Fidan@HakanFidan. DPM/FM shared developments regarding the ‘Islamabad Talks’ and stressed the importance of all parties adhering to their ceasefire commitments. FM Fidan commended Pakistan’s role in facilitating the dialogue between Iran and the United States. Both reaffirmed their support for all diplomatic efforts aimed at sustaining dialogue and promoting peace and stability in the region and beyond. FM Fidan also extended the invitation to DPM/FM for the upcoming Antalya Diplomacy Forum later this month. @MFATurkiye #IslamabadDiplomacy

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 spoke today with Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan @FaisalbinFarhan. DPM/FM shared developments regarding the Islamabad Talks. He stressed the importance of all parties adhering to their ceasefire commitments. Underscoring Pakistan’s role in facilitating the dialogue, he reaffirmed the resolve to continue supporting all diplomatic efforts and sustain dialogue to promote peace and stability in the region and beyond. @KSAmofaEN @KSAmofa #IslamabadDiplomacy

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 spoke with Egypt’s Foreign Minister, H.E. Badr Abdelatty today. DPM/FM briefed his Egyptian counterpart on the ‘Islamabad Talks’ and Pakistan’s continued efforts in facilitating engagement between the parties. He emphasized that it is imperative for all the parties to uphold their commitment to the ceasefire. DPM/FM also reiterated the need for continued dialogue and diplomacy to achieve peace and stability in the region and beyond. @MFAEgofficial #IslamabadDiplomacy

Remarks by the DPM/FM Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 at the conclusion of the Islamabad Talks

🔊PR No.1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣/2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ Remarks by the DPM/FM at the conclusion of the Islamabad Talks 🔗⬇️

Governor of the Central Bank of Iran, Dr. Abdolnasser Hemmati called on Deputy Prime Minister/ Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 today, on the sidelines of the #IslamabadTalks. Both sides emphasised the importance of sustained dialogue and noted that peace and stability in the region remain essential for economic cooperation and shared progress. @IRIMFA_EN #IslamabadDiplomacy

Arrival of the US Delegation for Islamabad Talks

🔊PR No.9️⃣9️⃣/2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ Arrival of the US Delegation for Islamabad Talks 🔗⬇️