ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has appreciated Saudi Arabia’s support for Islamabad’s efforts to bring peace and stability in the region.
The Deputy PM expressed the views during a meeting with the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia, Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy, who called on him at his office on Wednesday, a Foreign Office statement said.
The two sides discussed recent regional developments. Ishaq Dar stressed the importance of dialogue and engagement between parties for peace and stability in the region.
He expressed gratitude for Saudi Arabia’s support and appreciation of Pakistan’s ongoing efforts in this regard.
“Both sides underscored the enduring and fraternal relationship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia,” the statement said.
H.E. Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, today called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50.
Discussions centered on recent regional developments.
DPM/FM emphasized the importance… pic.twitter.com/0kK98fGnNG
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) April 29, 2026
It is pertinent to mention that Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited Saudi Arabia earlier this month as part of a broader regional tour aimed at strengthening bilateral ties, enhancing economic cooperation, and discussing key regional security issues.
The State Bank of Pakistan has also confirmed the receipt of US$ 1 billion from the Ministry of Finance of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, completing a fresh $3 billion deposit arrangement that adds to an already extended $5 billion financial support facility.
The development underscores continued financial engagement between Islamabad and Riyadh, with both sides maintaining close cooperation across investment, energy, and banking channels.
Meanwhile, Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation with UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper and discussed the evolving regional situation.
“Foreign Secretary Cooper reiterated the UK’s appreciation for Pakistan’s sustained efforts for peace and stability in the region, as well as its continued engagement in this regard,” the Foreign Office said.
The Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to promoting dialogue, diplomacy, and constructive engagement between the parties. They also agreed to remain in close contact.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 and UK Foreign Secretary H.E. Yvette Cooper @YvetteCooperMP spoke today, to discuss the evolving regional situation.
Foreign Secretary Cooper reiterated UK’s appreciation for Pakistan’s sustained… pic.twitter.com/TSPmX5Uwcg
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) April 29, 2026
The first round of direct US-Iran talks took place in Islamabad on April 11 and 12, following a Pakistan-brokered ceasefire on April 8.
The talks helped establish rare direct channels between Washington and Tehran, laying the groundwork for continued engagement despite ongoing tensions.
