ISLAMABAD: China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi has reiterated Beijing’s support for Pakistan’s constructive mediation role to end the US-Iran conflict.
Wang expressed these views during a telephonic conversation with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Tuesday, a Foreign Office statement said.
“The two leaders exchanged in-depth views on recent regional developments and Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to facilitate engagement between Iran and the United States, aimed at promoting sustained peace and stability in the region and beyond,” it said.
Foreign Minister Wang Yi reiterated appreciation and support for Pakistan’s constructive mediation role.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 spoke today with Foreign Minister of the People’s Republic of China, Wang Yi.
The two leaders exchanged in-depth views on recent regional developments and Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to facilitate… pic.twitter.com/MUXVisOIY2
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) May 12, 2026
During the call, both leaders stressed the importance of continuing a durable ceasefire and ensuring normal passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
The two sides also discussed upcoming high-level exchanges, events commemorating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China, as well as wider bilateral and multilateral cooperation.
Both sides agreed to remain in close contact and continue consultations on all matters of mutual interest.
Meanwhile, Ishaq Dar also spoke over the phone with the Foreign Minister of Austria, Beate Meinl-Reisinger, and exchanged views on the evolving regional situation.
“The Austrian Foreign Minister appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting dialogue and its mediation between Iran and the United States, in support of regional peace and stability,” according to the Foreign Office.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 spoke today with Foreign Minister of Austria, Beate Meinl-Reisinger @BMeinl, and exchanged views on the evolving regional situation.
The Austrian Foreign Minister appreciated Pakistan’s constructive… pic.twitter.com/MJsI8M0Oac
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) May 12, 2026
Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to sustained diplomatic engagement, including continued efforts to facilitate dialogue between Iran and the United States, aimed at maintaining peace and stability in the region and beyond.
Pakistan has continued diplomatic efforts to facilitate dialogue between Tehran and Washington and to de-escalate the ongoing conflict through diplomacy and dialogue.
Pakistan brokered a ceasefire between Tehran and Washington on April 8 that halted the war involving the United States, Israel, and Iran.
On April 11, Pakistan hosted high-stakes direct talks between the US and Iranian negotiators in Islamabad.
The Islamabad Talks concluded without a final agreement; however, they paved the way for further negotiations between Washington and Tehran to permanently resolve the conflict.
The war started after the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran on February 28, prompting retaliatory action from Tehran against Israel and the Gulf countries.
The confrontation also contributed to disruptions in maritime traffic around the Strait of Hormuz.
