ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister, Ishaq Dar, has reiterated Islamabad’s resolve to continue encouraging dialogue and constructive engagement for the peaceful resolution of conflicts.
He made the remarks during a telephone conversation with the Foreign Minister of Australia, Penny Wong, according to a statement issued by the Foreign Office on Monday.
Foreign Minister Wong expressed appreciation for Ishaq Dar’s efforts for peace and acknowledged Pakistan’s constructive role in facilitating dialogue between Iran and the United States. She also commended Pakistan’s ongoing commitment to promoting diplomatic engagement.
The Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister briefed her on the Islamabad Talks held on April 11–12 and reaffirmed Pakistan’s determination to continue encouraging dialogue and constructive engagement.
Deputy Prime Minister /Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50, held a telephone conversation with Foreign Minister of Australia Penny Wong @SenatorWong.
FM Wong expressed her appreciation for the DPM/FM’s efforts, as well as Pakistan’s constructive role in… pic.twitter.com/pFNZyz6LNm
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) April 20, 2026
Both leaders voiced concern over the wider impact on the global economy, particularly for developing countries, and stressed the importance of resolving conflicts through peaceful means.
The conversation came at a time when Pakistan is set to host a second round of high-stakes talks between the United States and Iran this week, with US Vice President JD Vance expected to lead Washington’s delegation, officials said.
Vance will be joined by special envoy Steve Witkoff and senior adviser Jared Kushner, according to US officials, despite earlier remarks by President Donald Trump suggesting the vice president would not attend. “Things changed,” a White House official said, confirming the updated plan.
The talks, scheduled in Islamabad, follow an initial round that kept diplomatic channels open amid ongoing tensions.
The initial round of talks in Islamabad succeeded in opening rare direct channels between the two sides and keeping dialogue alive.
