ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Sunday that foreign ministers from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Egypt discussed ways to achieve an “early and permanent end” to the war in the Middle East during high-level quadrilateral consultations in Islamabad.
Speaking to the media after the first round of quadrilateral talks, Deputy PM Dar said the discussions focused on coordinated diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions and promote a sustainable peace in the region.
He added that he also held “very productive” bilateral meetings with his counterparts from Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Egypt, who separately called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif as part of the diplomatic engagement.
“As you know, the purpose of this visit of the foreign ministers was to participate in the second meeting of consultations among Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Egypt, which was held today in Islamabad,” Dar said.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, after meeting the foreign ministers of Turkiye, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia, said we held in-depth discussions to end the US-Iran war, reviewed the changing regional situation, discussed potential of US-Iran talks in Islamabad. He… pic.twitter.com/Up0hiR4DhZ
— Pakistan TV (@PakTVGlobal) March 29, 2026
The Deputy PM said that the first meeting of the four foreign ministers was held in Riyadh on March 19, 2026.
Sharing details of today’s quadrilateral meeting, Deputy PM Dar said the four foreign ministers had a very detailed and in-depth discussion on the current regional situation.
“We also discussed possible ways to bring an early and permanent end to the war in the region.”
Ishaq Dar said the four foreign ministers also expressed concerns that the ongoing conflict was “extremely unfortunate for its devastating impact on lives and livelihood across the wider region”.
“We called for upholding principles of the UN Charter, including respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states.”
Support for dialogue and diplomacy
“We agreed that this war is not in favour of anyone and would only lead to death and destruction; the unity of the Muslim ummah in these challenging times is of utmost importance,” he added.
Moreover, Deputy PM Dar said he briefed the visiting foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Egypt on the prospects of potential US-Iran talks in Islamabad.
Deputy PM Dar said that foreign ministers from Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt have expressed full support for dialogue and diplomacy as the only viable path to an early and permanent resolution of the US-Israel-Iran conflict.
“The visiting foreign ministers expressed their fullest support to this initiative,” he said.
Deputy PM Dar also emphasised the importance of Muslim unity during these challenging times.
“The unity of the Muslim Ummah in these circumstances is of utmost importance,” he added.
They “reaffirmed unity to contain the situation, reduce the risks of military escalation and create conditions for structured negotiations between relevant parties”, Dar said.
Broader support for Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts
Dar said that Pakistan has maintained regular engagement with its regional and international partners.
He said that Pakistan has remained actively involved in all efforts and initiative aimed at bringing the Iran conflict to an end.
“We have remained actively engaged with the US leadership as well, as part of our efforts to de-escalate the situation and finding a peaceful resolution of the conflict,” Dar said.
Dar said that Pakistan is very happy that both Iran and the US have expressed their confidence in Islamabad to facilitate the talks.
“Pakistan will be honoured to host and facilitate meaningful talks between the two sides in coming days, for a comprehensive and lasting settlement of the ongoing conflict,” Dar added.
The Deputy PM said that he had a detailed telephonic conversation with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. “China fully supports Pakistan’s initiative to host Iran-US talks.”
Similarly, Dar said that he had a telephonic conversation with the UN Secretary General who has expressed his full support for the peace initiative by Pakistan.
“I have also held several telephone conversations with my counterparts from different countries around the world. They have all extended their full support and confidence in our efforts,” Dar added.
“Therefore, there is a strong appreciation and support among all our friends for the efforts being made by Pakistan. We will continue our efforts with sincerity and commitment,” the Deputy PM said.
The Consultations among the Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt have commenced in Islamabad on 29 March 2026.
Convened at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50, the Foreign Ministers during… pic.twitter.com/5capTCXUNO
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) March 29, 2026
Construction discussions on Middle East situation
Convened at the invitation of Deputy PM Dar, the foreign ministers of the quadrilateral meeting discussed issues of mutual interest, Pakistan’s Foreign Office said.
After the moot ended, Dar posted on X that he was pleased to welcome the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt to Islamabad for consultations.
“Grateful for their presence at this critical moment, reflecting our strong fraternal ties. Our candid and constructive discussions focus on the evolving regional situation and advancing peace and stability, while strengthening our partnership and deepening cooperation across diverse domains,” he posted on X.
Pleased to welcome my dear brothers, the Foreign Ministers of Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt, to Islamabad for the second round of our Consultations. Grateful for their presence at this critical moment, reflecting our strong fraternal ties.
Our candid and constructive… pic.twitter.com/J158rkV4Vo
— Ishaq Dar (@MIshaqDar50) March 29, 2026
The quadrilateral mechanism is being viewed as a key diplomatic track feeding into wider efforts to end the conflict, with a focus on consolidating regional backing for de-escalation, aligning positions ahead of any possible US-Iran talks, and facilitating dialogue.
Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts for regional peace
Islamabad has increasingly positioned itself as a key intermediary between Tehran and Washington, relaying messages and facilitating indirect engagement between the two adversaries.
Earlier today, Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss ongoing diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the Middle East conflict.
During the warm and cordial meeting, Prime Minister Sharif and the Saudi Foreign Minister agreed to closely coordinate efforts to promote peace and stability in the region.
Prime Minister Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and appreciated the Kingdom’s restraint in the ongoing crisis, according to a press release issued by the PM’s Office.
Islamabad: 29 March 2026.
Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia calls on the Prime Minister.
His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif this evening.
The Prime Minister was assisted by…
— Prime Minister's Office (@PakPMO) March 29, 2026
Earlier, foreign ministers from Turkiye and Egypt met Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Sunday for talks focused on promoting peace in the Middle East, as Pakistan stepped up diplomatic engagement amid the ongoing regional crisis.
Prime Minister Sharif warmly welcomed the distinguished Foreign Ministers in his office.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Türkiye’s Hakan Fidan and Egypt’s Dr Badr Abdelatty are in Islamabad for the two-day talks (March 29–30) on the Middle East conflict.
Islamabad: 29 March 2026
Meeting of Foreign Ministers in Pakistan for Peace in the Middle East
Foreign Minister of Türkiye Hakan Fidan and Foreign Minister of Egypt Dr. Badr Abdelatty arrive at the Prime Minister’s House for a meeting with the Prime Minister.
The Special… pic.twitter.com/Ga2MWNMYon
— Prime Minister's Office (@PakPMO) March 29, 2026
Earlier, the Saudi Foreign Minister met with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and held detailed discussions on evolving regional and international developments, stressing the importance of collective efforts to promote peace, security, and stability in the region, Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 received H.H. Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud @FaisalbinFarhan , Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today. The two sides will engage in comprehensive… pic.twitter.com/W4weMUmkT9
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) March 29, 2026
