ISLAMABAD — Turkiye’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Irfan Neziroğlu, called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Friday, with the two sides reviewing bilateral relations and exchanging views on the evolving regional situation.
According to an official statement, the ambassador briefed the deputy prime minister on progress achieved under various bilateral institutional mechanisms designed to advance cooperation across a range of areas, following recent high-level interactions between the two countries.
Dar Reaffirms Commitment to Priority Areas
Deputy Prime Minister Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further deepening engagement with Turkiye in key priority areas, underscoring the enduring strength of the relationship between the two nations.
He stressed the need for relevant departments on both sides to closely coordinate preparations for the forthcoming Joint Commission and the 8th session of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council, describing the two forums as central to advancing the bilateral agenda.
Dialogue Stressed as Path to Regional Peace
Turning to the regional situation, Dar underscored that dialogue and diplomacy remained the only viable path to resolving issues and achieving lasting peace, stability and prosperity in the region.
The meeting is the latest in a series of high-level contacts between Islamabad and Ankara, which have long maintained close political, economic and defence ties. Both sides are expected to build on that momentum as they prepare for the upcoming institutional sessions.
Key Takeaways
- Turkish Ambassador Irfan Neziroğlu briefed Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar on progress under bilateral institutional mechanisms.
- Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening cooperation in priority areas.
- Both sides agreed on close coordination for the forthcoming Joint Commission and the 8th session of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council.
- Pakistan reiterated that dialogue and diplomacy are the only viable path to regional peace and stability.
