China eyes deeper cooperation with Pakistan on Iran as Dar arrives in Beijing
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Ishaq Dar visits Beijing for talks with Wang Yi on Iran crisis, as Pakistan and China enhance coordination and push diplomatic efforts for US-Iran dialogue and regional peace.
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar departed for Beijing on a one-day official visit at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to hold detailed discussions on evolving regional developments, particularly the situation involving Iran.
According to the Foreign Office, the visit will focus on strengthening strategic communication between Pakistan and China, with both sides expected to coordinate closely on efforts aimed at promoting peace and stability. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning stated that the two countries would enhance cooperation on the Iran issue and work toward advocating peace, describing Pakistan and China as “all-weather” strategic partners.
DPM/FM Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 departed #Islamabad this morning for a one-day visit to #Beijing, #China, at the invitation of his counterpart, Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) March 31, 2026
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Diplomatic sources indicate that talks in Beijing are likely to explore a possible framework and guiding principles for future dialogue between Iran and the United States, aimed at ending ongoing tensions. This marks Dar’s second visit to China this year, during which both sides will also review bilateral relations and exchange views on regional and global matters of mutual interest.
The Foreign Office highlighted that Pakistan and China maintain a strong strategic cooperative partnership, marked by regular consultations and coordination on key international and regional issues. Dar’s brief visit will also build on discussions held during his recent telephone conversation with Wang Yi.
While appreciating the initiative and good will and good office by the friendly & brotherly country of Pakistan to stop the US-sraeli aggression against Iran and restore peace and stability to the region, I have some few points that I will make in some threads here on.
— Reza Amiri Moghadam (@IranAmbPak) March 31, 2026
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has acknowledged that initiating peace talks involving Iran is a complex task but emphasized that such efforts could help restore normal navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. He also conveyed support for Pakistan’s role in facilitating dialogue and reducing tensions in the Middle East.
2/Iran welcomes Pakistan's proactive diplomatic initiatives based on good-will to restore peace and bringing lasting stability to the region.
— Reza Amiri Moghadam (@IranAmbPak) March 31, 2026
Meanwhile, Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam welcomed Islamabad’s diplomatic outreach, praising its proactive efforts to promote peace and stability in the region.
His remarks followed a recent four-country meeting hosted by Pakistan, involving Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Egypt, where foreign ministers stressed the importance of de-escalation and dialogue.
The meeting supported initiatives aimed at creating conditions for structured negotiations between Washington and Tehran.
Following the talks, Dar signaled that Pakistan could potentially host direct US-Iran discussions, as Islamabad intensifies efforts to act as a mediator.
Pakistan has increasingly positioned itself at the center of diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran, working in coordination with regional partners.
Officials confirmed that indirect communication between Washington and Tehran continues through structured exchanges rather than direct engagement.
