Key Points
- Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt FMs visit Pakistan
- Talks focus on US-Israel–Iran tensions
- Emphasis on urgent regional de-escalation
- High-level diplomatic consultations underway
- Push for coordinated peace efforts
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Türkiye renewed their commitment to strengthening their longstanding strategic partnership following high-level talks between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar and his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan, in Islamabad on Sunday.
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is visiting Pakistan along with his counterparts from Saudi Arabia and Egypt for high-level consultations on the rapidly evolving regional situation, especially the ongoing US-Israeli war involving Iran, and efforts to promote de-escalation.
The meeting took place at the Foreign Office during a significant diplomatic visit by Foreign Minister Fidan, who is in Pakistan alongside the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia and Egypt.
Deputy PM/FM Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 met Türkiye FM Hakan Fidan @HakanFidan in Islamabad. Both leaders reaffirmed strong Pakistan–Türkiye ties, discussed regional developments incl. Iran, and stressed dialogue, de-escalation, diplomacy & coordination for peace and stability. pic.twitter.com/oAsQ0Tk5O8
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) March 29, 2026
The visit comes at a time of heightened regional sensitivity, with a focus on consultation and coordinated efforts to ease tensions and promote stability.
During the discussions, Senator Ishaq Dar highlighted the deep-rooted and historic relationship between Pakistan and Türkiye, describing it as a bond built on shared heritage, cultural affinity, and mutual respect.
He expressed satisfaction over the steady progress in bilateral relations and reiterated Pakistan’s resolve to broaden cooperation with Türkiye across diverse sectors, including trade, defense, and regional diplomacy.
Both sides conducted a comprehensive review of their bilateral engagement, exploring new avenues to further solidify their strategic partnership.
The dialogue reflected a shared vision to elevate cooperation and maintain close alignment on key regional and global issues.
A significant portion of the meeting focused on recent developments in the region, particularly the evolving situation in Iran.
The two leaders stressed the importance of dialogue, diplomacy, and sustained engagement as essential tools for reducing tensions and ensuring long-term peace and stability.
Reaffirming their strong diplomatic alignment, Pakistan and Türkiye pledged continued support for each other’s core national interests. They also agreed to enhance coordination at bilateral and multilateral levels, underscoring their commitment to working closely in navigating regional challenges.
The visit and the accompanying discussions signal a unified approach among key regional players to address emerging geopolitical concerns through dialogue and cooperation.
