Remember the ‘deep-rooted historical, cultural and fraternal ties’ between both countries
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met Pakistan’s Ambassador-designate to Iran Imran Ahmed Siddiqui before Siddiqui’s departure for Tehran. PHOTO: FO
Pakistan on Tuesday reaffirmed its commitment to deepening ties with Iran as Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met Pakistan’s Ambassador-designate to Iran Imran Ahmed Siddiqui ahead of Siddiqui’s departure for Tehran.
According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), the deputy prime minister recalled the “deeply rooted historical, cultural and fraternal ties between Pakistan and Iran” and reaffirmed “Pakistan’s commitment to continue expanding bilateral cooperation in all spheres, particularly in trade, connectivity, people-to-people exchanges and regional collaboration.”
Ambassador-designate of Pakistan to the Islamic Republic of Iran, Imran Ahmed Siddiqui, asked Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, DPM/FM, @MIshaqDar50 before his departure to Tehran.
Recalling the deep-rooted historical, cultural and fraternal ties between Pakistan and Iran,… pic.twitter.com/qsTkmW4BXr
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) May 19, 2026
Dar emphasized “the importance of maintaining positive momentum in bilateral engagement through close coordination and mutual understanding.”
The Foreign Minister also highlighted “Pakistan’s constructive and responsible role in promoting regional peace, dialogue and stability, and expressed confidence that the Ambassador-designate will make a valuable contribution to further strengthen the enduring partnership between the two brotherly countries.”
He also “wished the designated ambassador success in his new assignment.”
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On February 28, the United States and Israel launched a joint offensive against Iran. Tehran retaliated with attacks on Israel and other Gulf countries hosting American assets.
Pakistan subsequently positioned itself as a key mediator for peace, negotiating a two-week ceasefire and hosting the highest-level talks between the United States and Iran since the Islamic Revolution of 1979. Although the “Islamabad Talks” ended without an agreement, the ceasefire was held and later extended at Islamabad’s request.
The United States and Iran are expected to hold a second and final round of talks in Islamabad, although there has been no official confirmation from either side in this regard. Despite no confirmation, Pakistan has expressed optimism that a peace deal between the United States and Iran will be reached “soon.”
