Pakistan and Saudi Arabia stress dialogue and diplomacy amid Middle East tensions

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud met Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in Islamabad on Sunday for talks focused on evolving regional and international developments, officials said.

Dar received Prince Faisal at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs during the Saudi foreign minister’s official visit to Pakistan.

According to a statement issued by Pakistan's Foreign Office, the two leaders held detailed discussions on the evolving regional and international situation. They underscored the importance of dialogue, diplomacy and collective efforts to promote peace, security and stability in the region.

Reaffirming their commitment to closer engagement, both sides agreed to continue working together at bilateral and multilateral levels to further strengthen cooperation and contribute to regional peace and prosperity.

The Foreign Office said the visit reflects the shared commitment of Pakistan and Saudi Arabia to sustained dialogue, close coordination and enhanced cooperation in addressing evolving regional developments.

Earlier, Prince Faisal arrived in Islamabad at Dar’s invitation. Upon his arrival, he was received by Additional Secretary for the Middle East Syed Ahmad Maroof.

The visit comes as Islamabad hosts high-level consultations involving regional powers amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Dar meets Turkish, Egyptian FMs

Dar has also met Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdelatty in Islamabad as part of a series of diplomatic engagements.

Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr Badr Abdelatty arrives at Pakistan\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where he was received by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar. Pakistan's Foreign Ministry

During his meeting with Fidan, Dar reaffirmed longstanding ties between Pakistan and Turkey. The two sides reviewed bilateral relations and exchanged views on recent regional developments, including the evolving situation in Iran, emphasizing dialogue and diplomatic engagement.

Abdelatty also met Dar during his visit. Officials said their consultations focused on regional developments and issues of mutual interest.

The two-day consultations in Islamabad on March 29 and 30 are being held at Dar’s invitation and are expected to focus on coordination among participating countries on regional developments.

The meetings come amid heightened geopolitical strain in the Middle East, where ongoing conflicts have raised concerns about regional security, energy flows and global economic stability.

Officials said the series of visits highlights diplomatic coordination among key regional actors and Pakistan’s engagement in efforts aimed at promoting stability in the Middle East.