Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar departed for a one-day visit to China on Tuesday for “in-depth discussions on regional developments,” according to the Foreign Office of Pakistan.
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The discussions are expected to focus on developing a framework and guiding principles for a potential dialogue between Iran and United States aimed at ending the ongoing conflict. This marks Dar’s second visit to Beijing this year. His counterpart, Foreign Minister Wang Yi, invited him to the official meeting, where both leaders will review bilateral ties and discuss regional and global issues of mutual interest.
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.
Both leaders will review bilateral ties and discuss regional & global issues of mutual… pic.twitter.com/GTxPlk3KJh
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) March 31, 2026
Pakistan and China maintain an “all-weather strategic cooperative partnership” with close coordination and regular consultations on regional and international matters, the FO noted.
Dar’s visit follows Pakistan’s recent efforts to position itself as a venue for US-Iran negotiations. Islamabad hosted a four-country meeting over the weekend, bringing together foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt. The ministers emphasized de-escalation and dialogue, backing structured negotiations between Washington and Tehran.
During the visit, Dar will discuss ideas from his previous phone conversation with FM Wang, who highlighted that initiating peace talks is “no easy task” but would help restore normal navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Wang also reaffirmed China’s support for Pakistan’s role as a mediator.
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Indirect exchanges between the US and Iran continue via structured message relays, with Pakistan, Riyadh, Ankara, and Cairo playing key roles in facilitating dialogue amid ongoing regional tensions.