APP
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Monday held a telephone conversation with the Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani. During the conversation, the two leaders reaffirmed the close, fraternal relations between Pakistan and Bahrain and discussed ways to further strengthen cooperation at multilateral fora, including the United Nations. They also exchanged views on regional developments and underscored the importance of regular consultations and close coordination to advance shared priorities. Separately, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning on Monday called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. During the meeting, Mao Ning conveyed greetings from Foreign Minister Wang Yi and the DPM/FM reciprocated with warm regards and best wishes to FM Wang Yi. Welcoming Ms Mao Ning to Pakistan for the Pakistan-China Spokespersons’ Dialogue, the deputy prime minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening the All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership with China. DPM/FM noted with appreciation the regular consultations and exchanges at all levels between Pakistan and China. He noted that the Spokespersons’ Dialogue provides an important platform to enhance media cooperation, strategic communication and public diplomacy, fostering greater mutual understanding and bringing the two peoples closer together. Ms Mao Ning reaffirmed China’s commitment to its close partnership with Pakistan and appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting regional peace, stability and dialogue.