Pakistan and Syria Foreign Ministers Discuss Enhancing Bilateral Cooperation in Islamabad
Islamabad, Aug 20 (KUNA) -- Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar and his Syrian counterpart Asaad al-Shaybani held talks on Thursday to explore ways to enhance bilateral cooperation between the two countries in areas of mutual interest.
The Pakistani Foreign Ministry said in a statement that the discussions took place between delegations from both sides, led by Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar and visiting Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaybani, in Islamabad.
Both sides reaffirmed the importance of the established relations between Pakistan and Syria and agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in areas of shared interest. The two ministers also exchanged views on regional and international developments, including the situation in Palestine, the Golan Heights, Afghanistan, the situation in South Asia, and developments in the Middle East.
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister reiterated his country’s support for Syria’s sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity. For his part, the Syrian Foreign Minister welcomed the signing of the Mecca Agreement for Joint Defense among Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, praising Islamabad’s constructive role in promoting regional peace and stability, including its efforts to de-escalate tensions in the context of the US-Iran conflict.
The Pakistani Foreign Ministry confirmed that both sides reaffirmed their commitment to continuing dialogue and cooperation for peace, stability, and prosperity in the region and beyond.
Earlier, the two ministers held a “friendly and constructive” bilateral meeting at the Foreign Ministry headquarters in the Pakistani capital, Islamabad. The ministry stated that both sides reiterated the depth of relations between Pakistan and Syria and discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
This visit marks the first time the foreign ministers of the two countries have met at this level in nearly two decades. (End) S.B.K./T.M.A.
