ISLAMABAD: Foreign Ministers of Japan and Portugal appreciated and supported Pakistan’s constructive role in facilitating dialogue, de-escalation, and diplomacy for regional peace and stability.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister (DPM/FM) Senator Ishaq Dar received a telephone call on Monday from the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Toshimitsu Motegi. Both leaders exchanged views on the regional situation in the Middle East and the wider region, emphasizing the importance of urgent de-escalation.
Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to supporting all initiatives aimed at de-escalation and the achievement of lasting peace and stability. Both leaders agreed to maintain close contact. Meanwhile, Ishaq Dar also spoke on the phone with the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of Portugal, Paulo Rangel.
The two sides discussed the evolving regional situation. The DPM/FM emphasized the urgent need for de-escalation and underscored Pakistan’s efforts aimed at achieving lasting peace and stability in the region. The Portuguese Minister of State for Foreign Affairs fully supported and appreciated the efforts being made by the Government of Pakistan to facilitate and promote dialogue and diplomacy for regional peace and stability.
Both leaders also appreciated the positive momentum in bilateral relations and agreed to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in all areas of mutual interest. They underscored the importance of sustained high-level exchanges and agreed to maintain close contact.
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