Pakistan stresses uninterrupted energy supplies

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister (DPM/FM) Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Saturday held a telephonic conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to discuss the rapidly evolving regional situation, with Pakistan stressing uninterrupted energy supplies, safe maritime passage and diplomacy as the only viable path to ensure regional peace and stability.

Both leaders have extensively discussed the latest regional developments. The DPM/FM stressed the importance of uninterrupted energy supplies and the safe and expeditious passage of ships, particularly given their implications for developing countries and global supply chains.

He underscored that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable means to ensure peace and stability in the region. The two sides agreed to maintain close cooperation and to meet in New York on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly.

Meanwhile, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar spoke with Malaysian Foreign Minister Dato’ Seri Mohamad Hasan.

The two ministers discussed Pakistan-Malaysia bilateral relations, with a focus on expanding trade and economic cooperation. They underscored the importance of sustained high-level engagement to further strengthen ties between the two countries. They also agreed to meet in New York on the sidelines of the 81st Session of the UN General Assembly.—NAVEED SIDDIQUI