ISLAMABAD — Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held separate telephone conversations with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi and Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr Badr Abdelatty, in a push to shore up diplomatic coordination amid a volatile regional situation.
OIC Meeting in Baghdad Tops Pakistan-Iran Talks
In his call with Araghchi, Dar discussed the evolving regional situation as well as the ongoing meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers in Baghdad. The Pakistani foreign minister stressed the importance of sustained dialogue and diplomacy in addressing regional challenges, and both leaders agreed to maintain close contact.
Solidarity With Saudi Arabia Reaffirmed
In his conversation with Abdelatty, Dar reaffirmed that Pakistan and Egypt stand in full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support its sovereignty, territorial integrity and security. The two foreign ministers exchanged views on recent regional developments and strongly condemned the Houthi attacks against the kingdom.
- Pakistan and Egypt voiced full support for Saudi sovereignty and territorial integrity.
- Both ministers strongly condemned Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia.
- The two sides reviewed cooperation under the R-4 framework.
R-4 Grouping Eyes Next Ministerial Meeting
Dar and Abdelatty also discussed cooperation under the R-4 framework, which brings together Pakistan, Egypt, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia. Both ministers expressed their expectation that the next R-4 meeting would be held soon, to further strengthen ties and coordinate positions on regional issues.
The flurry of calls underscores Islamabad’s efforts to position itself as a diplomatic bridge among Muslim-majority states at a time of heightened friction across the region.
