ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister (DPM/FM) Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Friday received a phone call from Foreign Minister of France, Jean-Noël Barrot.
FM Barrot congratulated Pakistan on its role in securing the initial ceasefire agreement and expressed support for Pakistan’s continued efforts toward a diplomatic pathway for lasting peace and stability in the region.
Both leaders expressed concern over serious ceasefire violations made in Lebanon and underscored the importance of full implementation and respect for the ceasefire.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, enhancing economic and trade cooperation, and agreed to stay in touch.
Meanwhile, DPM Dar received a call from the Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Tom Berendsen.
They exchanged views on regional developments. Foreign Minister Berendsen commended Pakistan’s role in facilitating the ceasefire and conveyed support for its continued efforts to promote a diplomatic path toward lasting peace.
Both sides expressed concern over serious ceasefire violations in Lebanon and underscored the importance of ensuring full implementation of the ceasefire to achieve sustained peace.
Reaffirming strong Pakistan–Netherlands relations, both sides expressed their resolve to further strengthen cooperation in trade, economic, and investment sectors.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026