Wang Yi, Foreign Minister of China, has expressed Beijing’s appreciation for Pakistan’s active diplomatic role in efforts to end the ongoing Middle East conflict, according to a statement by the Foreign Office of Pakistan.
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The remarks were made during a meeting in Beijing with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, where both sides discussed regional developments and bilateral relations. The meeting was described as warm and cordial, reflecting longstanding ties between the two countries.
PR No.86/2026
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar’s Meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, in Beijing on March 31st, 2026 pic.twitter.com/h50M3e1mFy
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) April 1, 2026
Heartfelt thanks to my dear friend Foreign Minister H.E. Wang Yi and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China for the warm hospitality and excellent arrangements during my visit.
Well done #TeamPakistan at our Embassy in Beijing, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan, for… pic.twitter.com/Qq3wG5RRGq
— Ishaq Dar (@MIshaqDar50) April 1, 2026
During the talks, Dar briefed the Chinese side on Pakistan’s diplomatic initiatives aimed at achieving a ceasefire and promoting dialogue in the Middle East. He highlighted a recent quadrilateral meeting in Islamabad involving the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt, which focused on de-escalation efforts.
Both sides reviewed the regional security situation and expressed concern over its socio-economic impact, particularly on developing countries. In response, Pakistan and China jointly proposed a five-point initiative aimed at restoring peace and stability in the Gulf and broader Middle East region. The initiative calls for an immediate ceasefire and the resumption of negotiations.
The two ministers also expressed satisfaction with the progress of bilateral relations, emphasizing continued cooperation under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Phase 2. They noted the importance of high-quality development and increased high-level exchanges, especially as the two countries mark 75 years of diplomatic relations.
In addition to Middle East developments, discussions also covered Afghanistan, with both sides stressing the importance of peace, stability, and effective counterterrorism measures.
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Pakistan has also indicated its willingness to host direct talks between the United States and Iran, a move that has received support from China as part of broader efforts to ease regional tensions.