ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held a late-night phone conversation to discuss the situation in Gaza and ongoing diplomatic efforts to promote peace in the Middle East, Pakistan’s Foreign Office said on Wednesday.
“The two leaders reviewed recent developments in the region, including Gaza and Palestine, and reaffirmed their shared commitment to peace and stability,” the Foreign Office statement said.
Both sides agreed to remain closely engaged on regional issues and matters of mutual interest, it added.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia were among the eight Muslim-majority nations that worked with U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration on a framework aimed at ending Israel’s invasion and genocide in Gaza.
Earlier this month, Islamabad and Riyadh had both hailed the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, expressing hope that it would pave the way for lasting peace after two years of relentless Israeli bombardment.
Longstanding Strategic Partnership Deepens
The conversation also underscored the strategic depth of Pakistan–Saudi relations, built on defense, energy, and economic cooperation.
Riyadh has long been one of Islamabad’s key partners, providing financial assistance, oil supplies, and investment support during times of economic stress.
In September, the two countries signed a Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement in Riyadh, pledging that any attack on either nation would be regarded as an act of aggression against both, marking a new phase in bilateral security cooperation.
Both governments have emphasized that their partnership extends beyond traditional alliances, serving as a cornerstone for broader Muslim unity and collective stability across the region.
