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Pakistan Deputy PM Welcomes Iran FM for Peace Talks

Pakistan's Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar welcomed Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to Islamabad. Dar was joined by Army Chief Asim Munir and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi in receiving the Iranian delegation. The talks are focused on promoting regional peace and stability. Araghchi will also meet Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during his visit.

Key Points: Pakistan Welcomes Iran FM for Regional Peace Talks

  • Pakistan welcomes Iran's FM Abbas Araghchi to Islamabad
  • Dar, Munir, Naqvi receive Iranian delegation
  • Talks focus on regional peace and stability
  • Araghchi to meet PM Shehbaz Sharif, Army Chief
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Pakistan's Dy PM Mohammad Ishaq Dar welcomes Iran FM Araghchi to Islamabad

Pakistan's Deputy PM Ishaq Dar welcomes Iran's FM Abbas Araghchi to Islamabad for talks on regional peace and stability with Army Chief Asim Munir.

"Pleased to receive and welcome my brother, Foreign Minister of Iran, H. E. Abbas Araghchi, to Islamabad - Mohammad Ishaq Dar"

Islamabad, April 25

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Saturday welcomed Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to Islamabad, expressing hope for talks focused on regional peace and stability.

Dar said he received Araghchi along with Army Chief Asim Munir and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, and looked forward to meaningful discussions during the visit.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Islamabad, Pakistan, on Friday (local time), ARY News reported.

In a post on X, Dar wrote, "Pleased to receive and welcome my brother, Foreign Minister of Iran, H. E. Abbas Araghchi @Araghchi, to Islamabad, alongside Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi."

"Look forward to our meaningful engagements aimed at promoting regional peace and stability," the post read.

Further, Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement, said the Iranian Foreign Minister is scheduled to hold meetings with Pakistan's top leadership to discuss the evolving regional situation and ongoing efforts to promote peace and stability.

The official statement read, "An Iranian delegation headed by the Foreign Minister of Islamic Republic of Iran H.E. Abbas Araghchi, arrived in Islamabad today. The Iranian Foreign Minister was received by Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir along with other senior officials upon arrival."

"During the visit, the Iranian Foreign Minister will hold meetings with Pakistan's senior leadership to discuss the latest regional developments as well as ongoing efforts for regional peace and stability," the statement read.

During his visit, Araghchi is expected to hold meetings with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei is also accompanying him on the trip.

Following his stop in Islamabad, the Iranian foreign minister is set to travel onward to Muscat and Moscow as part of his regional tour, ARY News reported.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Interesting timing for this visit, especially with Iran's growing isolation and Pakistan's economic struggles. I wonder if the real agenda is trade (like the gas pipeline) or security cooperation against terrorism. Either way, as an outsider, it seems like these two countries have a complex relationshipā€”tied by faith but divided by sectarian tensions. Let's see if any concrete outcomes come out, or if this is just diplomatic theater. šŸŒ
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Priya S
As an Indian, I hope this visit doesn't lead to any arms deals or support for proxy groups that could destabilize our region. Pakistan and Iran have a history of cooperating on the Afghan front, but both countries are also dealing with internal security challenges. The fact that the Army Chief is 'Field Marshal Asim Munir' in this report is interestingā€”such titles seem excessive for a constitutional role. Anyway, peace in the neighborhood is good for everyone, but let's keep our eyes open. šŸ¤šŸ‡®šŸ‡³
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Michael C
High-level visits like this are always interesting to watch. Pakistan and Iran share a long border and have common interests in balancing Indian influence in Afghanistan, but also have their own tensions (Balochistan insurgency, sectarian issues). The fact that the Interior Minister is there too suggests internal security is on the agenda. I'm curious if the Iran gas pipeline will finally get tractionā€”Pakistan desperately needs energy, and India could benefit indirectly if it stabilizes the region. Let's hope for pragmatic outcomes, not just photo ops.
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Rohit P
Achha, this is interesting. Pakistan hosting Iran's FM with such fanfareā€”Army Chief, Interior Minister all presentā€”means it's not just a routine visit. The timing, just after Iran's tensions with Israel, makes me think this is about coordinating regional responses. For India, any deepening of Pakistan-Iran ties is a strategic concern, especially if it involves military cooperation. But on the flip side, if it leads to stability in Afghanistan and less proxy violence, that's good for all of

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