

Rahim Hayat Qureshi
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@rahimhayat
Amb of Pakistan to EU Belgium Luxembourg & NATO.Previously Secy BOI, Amb to Iran, Permanent Rep to ECO & Amb to Republic of Korea. Usual caveats apply.






Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 spoke this evening with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud @FaisalbinFarhan. The two leaders discussed the latest regional developments and emphasized the importance of dialogue and engagement for achieving lasting peace and stability. Saudi FM reiterated the Kingdom’s support for Pakistan’s continued efforts in this regard. The two leaders agreed to remain in close contact. #IslamabadDiplomacy @KSAMOFA @KSAmofaEN

It was a pleasure to speak with the Prime Minister of Pakistan, @CMShehbaz . I expressed my sincere gratitude to Pakistan for its tireless efforts and extended my best wishes for the upcoming crucial period. The world is watching with great expectation the next meeting between the United States and Iran, which should take place in Islamabad as soon as possible. We hope that an agreement will be reached to bring an end to the conflict and lead to the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The European Union supports all ongoing efforts towards peace in the Middle East.

U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 today. Discussions covered recent regional developments. DPM/FM underscored Pakistan’s consistent emphasis on dialogue and diplomacy as the only viable means to address challenges and achieve lasting regional peace and stability. He stressed the need for engagement between the United States and Iran, urged both sides to consider extending the ceasefire, and to give dialogue and diplomacy a chance. Cd’A Baker conveyed U.S. appreciation for Pakistan’s constructive and positive role in promoting regional peace and facilitating dialogue.



It was a pleasure to speak with the Prime Minister of Pakistan, @CMShehbaz . I expressed my sincere gratitude to Pakistan for its tireless efforts and extended my best wishes for the upcoming crucial period. The world is watching with great expectation the next meeting between the United States and Iran, which should take place in Islamabad as soon as possible. We hope that an agreement will be reached to bring an end to the conflict and lead to the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The European Union supports all ongoing efforts towards peace in the Middle East.



DPM/FM Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 spoke with Foreign Minister of Iran, Abbas Araghchi @Araghchi. DPM/FM emphasized the importance of continued dialogue and engagement at the earliest to resolve all pending issues, in order to promote regional peace and stability. Both agreed to remain closely engaged.

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It was a pleasure to speak with the Prime Minister of Pakistan, @CMShehbaz . I expressed my sincere gratitude to Pakistan for its tireless efforts and extended my best wishes for the upcoming crucial period. The world is watching with great expectation the next meeting between the United States and Iran, which should take place in Islamabad as soon as possible. We hope that an agreement will be reached to bring an end to the conflict and lead to the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The European Union supports all ongoing efforts towards peace in the Middle East.

ISLAMABAD: 20 April 2026. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call this evening from H.E. António Costa, President of the European Council. During their cordial conversation, the two leaders exchanged views on the current situation in the Middle East. The Prime Minister shared with President Costa the latest updates on Pakistan’s diplomatic outreach and peace efforts. President Costa expressed deep appreciation for Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting dialogue and stability in the region, and said that the EU was ready to support this process, in every possible manner. Both leaders stressed on the need to continue with dialogue and diplomacy to ensure lasting regional and global security. In this regard, the two leaders also agreed to remain in touch.






Amb @rahimhayat hosted a warm farewell for Ms. Paola Pampaloni @PAMPALONIPAOLA , recognizing her contributions to Pakistan–EU relations. In her decade of leadership at the EEAS, she has played a pivotal role in strengthening Pakistan–EU ties reflected in the institutionalization of the Strategic Engagement Plan (2019), multiple rounds of Strategic Dialogue, and Joint Commission meetings. The Embassy deeply values her contributions and wishes her every success in her future endeavors. @ForeignOfficePk @eu_eeas

Ambassador @rahimhayat met senior Belgian journalist Steven Decraene @stevencraneTV from @VRT for a substantive exchange on key regional and global developments. Discussions focused on: 📍 Peace & security in the Middle East, including developments following the Islamabad Talks 📍 Strengthening 🇵🇰–🇧🇪 media collaboration @ForeignOfficePk @MoIB_Official

Amb @rahimhayat hosted a warm farewell for Ms. Paola Pampaloni @PAMPALONIPAOLA , recognizing her contributions to Pakistan–EU relations. In her decade of leadership at the EEAS, she has played a pivotal role in strengthening Pakistan–EU ties reflected in the institutionalization of the Strategic Engagement Plan (2019), multiple rounds of Strategic Dialogue, and Joint Commission meetings. The Embassy deeply values her contributions and wishes her every success in her future endeavors. @ForeignOfficePk @eu_eeas

