Summary Both sides underscored the enduring and fraternal relationship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in Islamabad on Wednesday.
Discussions between the two sides centered on recent regional developments.
The Deputy Prime Minister emphasized the importance of dialogue and engagement between parties for peace and stability in the region.
He expressed gratitude for Saudi Arabia’s support and appreciation of Pakistan’s ongoing efforts in this regard.
Both sides underscored the enduring and fraternal relationship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
H.E. Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, today called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50.
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) April 29, 2026
Discussions centered on recent regional developments.
DPM/FM emphasized the importance… pic.twitter.com/0kK98fGnNG
Earlier, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that Pakistan was still continuing its efforts to maintain peace in the region, highlighting the country’s proactive diplomatic role in easing tensions and promoting stability.
Addressing the cabinet, the prime minister highlighted that marathon talks between Iran and the US held in Islamabad on April 11 lasted for 21 hours and marked a significant diplomatic breakthrough.
He said Pakistan made sincere and coordinated efforts for the success of the negotiations, with contributions from Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, and other senior officials.
As a result of these efforts, he noted, the ceasefire between Iran and the United States was extended and continues to hold.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also played an important role in the process, he added.
