ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a series of important diplomatic engagements with the ambassadors of China, the United States, the United Kingdom, focusing on strengthening bilateral ties, regional peace and stability, and advancing cooperation on matters of mutual interest.
Ambassador of China Jiang Zaidong called on Deputy Prime Minister at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday, a Foreign Office statement said.
Ishaq conveyed condolences on the tragic death of a Chinese mountaineer following an avalanche incident at Broad Peak in Gilgit-Baltistan and assured full facilitation for the repatriation of the deceased’s remains.
Ambassador of China H.E. Mr. Jiang Zaidong called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today.
DPM/FM conveyed condolences on the tragic death of a Chinese mountaineer following an avalanche incident… pic.twitter.com/3nD6UouChf
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) August 14, 2026
Ambassador Jiang Zaidong appreciated Islamabad’s prompt assistance and support following the incident.
“Views were also exchanged on regional developments and other matters of mutual interest,” the statement said.
The envoy also extended warm congratulations to the people and leadership of Pakistan on the occasion of Independence Day, reaffirming the close and time-tested ties between the two countries.
Pakistan, US discuss recent regional developments
The US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker also called on Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and discussed bilateral cooperation and recent regional developments.
“DPM/FM appreciated the positive trajectory in Pakistan-US relations and underscored the importance of dialogue and diplomacy for lasting peace,” Foreign Office said.
The U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 today.
Discussions centered on Pakistan-U.S. bilateral cooperation and recent regional developments.
DPM/FM appreciated the positive trajectory… pic.twitter.com/qbQHs4GEXS
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) August 14, 2026
He emphasised that the implementation of the Islamabad MoU of 18 June in letter and spirit is the only way forward. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace and security while safeguarding its national interests.
The US Chargé appreciated the country’s constructive role in promoting regional peace and stability and conveyed felicitations to the Foreign Minister on Pakistan’s Independence Day.
Dialogue only way forward to address outstanding issues
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar during a meeting with UK High Commissioner Jane Marriott reaffirmed that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only way forward to address outstanding issues.
Discussing the recent regional and international developments, Ishaq Dar stressed that the Islamabad MoU should be implemented by the parties in letter and spirit.
UK High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 today.
DPM/FM appreciated the positive momentum in Pakistan-UK relations. He recalled his recent meeting with UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband… pic.twitter.com/vHKtExx4hs
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) August 14, 2026
The Deputy Prime Minister appreciated the positive momentum in biletral relations. He recalled his recent meeting with UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband on the sidelines of the ASEAN Regional Forum in Manila and highlighted the importance of sustained high-level contacts.
They discussed key areas of mutual interest and ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation.
The UK High Commissioner conveyed warm wishes on Pakistan’s Independence Day.
Egyptian Foreign Minister congratulate Pakistan’s leadership on Independence Day
Meanwhile, Ishaq Dar also spoke with Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty who extended warm greetings on Pakistan’s Independence Day to the leadership, government and people of Pakistan, and conveyed his best wishes for continued peace, progress and prosperity.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 spoke today with Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty.
FM Badr Abdelatty extended warm greetings on Pakistan’s Independence Day to the leadership, government and people of Pakistan, and conveyed… pic.twitter.com/aRI3g3Fzzk
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) August 14, 2026
“The two leaders reaffirmed the close and brotherly relations between Pakistan and Egypt and expressed their shared commitment to further strengthening cooperation across all areas of mutual interest, including through enhanced high-level exchanges and close institutional engagement,” the Foreign Office said.
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They also exchanged views on regional and international developments of mutual interest and agreed to remain in close contact.
