Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar says Pakistan’s mediation efforts between the United States and Iran have elevated the country’s global standing, while the government continues to focus on economic recovery and regional stability.
Pakistan has emerged as a key diplomatic player on the global stage after helping facilitate dialogue between the United States and Iran, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Thursday.
Speaking at a press conference in Lahore, Dar claimed Pakistan’s international image has shifted dramatically from allegations of diplomatic isolation to recognition as a regional peacemaker and security partner. He said Islamabad played a crucial role in bringing Washington and Tehran to direct negotiations, leading to what he described as a landmark understanding after decades of hostility.
According to Dar, Pakistan’s diplomatic engagement from late February to June helped bridge differences between the two countries and paved the way for high-level technical discussions on issues including nuclear programs, sanctions, and regional stability.
He said the results of the mediation are already being felt, citing the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz for unhindered maritime navigation and improved stability in global energy markets.
Addressing the annual Ghusl ceremony of Hazrat Ali bin Usman Hajveri, widely known as Data Ganj Bakhsh, Dar also highlighted Pakistan’s economic progress. He credited Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s government with stabilizing the economy after years of financial challenges and placing the country on a path toward growth.
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