ISLAMABAD
\nPakistan remains in close contact with the United States leadership and is actively engaged in continuous diplomatic consultations aimed at reducing tensions and paving the way for meaningful negotiations, the Foreign Office said.
\n\u201cPakistan is actively working to create a conducive environment for de-escalation and dialogue,\u201d Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi told reporters in Islamabad, adding that the next phase would focus on meaningful negotiations among relevant stakeholders.
\nThe more than month-long war between the US, Israel and Iran, which began on February 28 and has affected the wider Middle East. The conflict has also had serious economic consequences, with Iran\u2019s effective blockade of oil and gas shipments through the Strait of Hormuz since the attacks began, causing economic challenges across the world.
\nPakistan also recently hosted key regional ministers \u2014 from Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt \u2014 and relayed messages between Washington and Tehran.
\nThe spokesperson, while speaking during the weekly briefing, said both Iran and the United States had expressed confidence in Pakistan\u2019s role and appreciated its facilitation efforts. Pakistan has also offered to host and facilitate negotiations as part of its broader diplomatic outreach.
\nAddressing questions, FO official Tahir Hussain Andrabi said there was no information regarding Israel\u2019s role or participation in the ongoing negotiation process. He added that Pakistan remained in contact with the United States, European partners, as well as OIC and GCC countries.
\n\u201cDespite challenges and obstacles, Pakistan will continue its efforts to promote facilitation and dialogue,\u201d Andrabi said, stressing that the country\u2019s objective was to achieve de-escalation and a sustainable solution through meaningful negotiations.
\nHe clarified that discussions around a four-country consultative process should not be prematurely seen as an alliance, noting that the focus remained on enhancing mutual cooperation among participating states.
\n\u201cThese consultations are being held in the context of promoting shared interests and increasing coordination,\u201d Andrabi said, adding that Pakistan was not exerting pressure on any party but supporting dialogue and diplomacy.
\nHe also underscored that Iran, as a sovereign country, determines its own policies, and Pakistan\u2019s diplomatic efforts should not be interpreted as coercive.
\nReferring to Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar\u2019s visit to China, he said that the joint five-point peace plan by China and Pakistan had received recognition at both regional and global levels.
\nThe spokesperson said the plan had been shared with Iran, the United States and other relevant stakeholders, while consultations remained ongoing. He noted that the five points presented in Beijing were aligned with the communiqu\u00e9 issued after the four-country meeting in Islamabad.
\nPakistan\u2019s diplomatic efforts, he added, were being seen as a significant step towards achieving a ceasefire, reducing tensions and ensuring sustainable peace.
\nPakistan appreciates the support of all countries backing peace efforts, Andrabi said, adding that various global leaders, including those from Malaysia and European countries, have supported Islamabad\u2019s diplomatic outreach.
\nHe said the President of the European Council has also expressed support, while countries seeking peace worldwide are recognising Pakistan\u2019s efforts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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