Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Thursday said Pakistan was now being recognised as a “peacemaker” on the global stage for its role in mediating between the United States and Iran. Speaking to the media in Lahore, he said that following Pakistan’s role in the US-Iran negotiations, the country was now being […]
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Dar felicitates Italian envoy on successful tenure
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister (DPM/FM), Ishaq Dar on Tuesday felicitated outgoing Italian Ambassador Marilina Armellin on her successful tenure and appreciated her efforts to strengthen Pakistan-Italy relations. The Italian Ambassador paid a farewell call on the deputy prime minister here, a DPM’s Office news release said. The deputy prime minister noted growing cooperation […]
Dar takes PPP leadership into confidence ahead of budget
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar, accompanied by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, met with the senior leadership of the Pakistan Peoples Party as part of the routine pre-budget consultation process regarding the upcoming federal budget. According to a statement issued by the Deputy Prime Minister’s Office on Wednesday, the meeting discussed current […]
Dar, Iran’s Araghchi discuss regional peace efforts
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, during which both sides discussed the evolving regional situation and ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at promoting peace. The Iranian Foreign Minister commended Pakistan’s constructive role and its sincere mediation initiatives. According to the Foreign Office, Ishaq […]
PML-N, PPP differences to be resolved amicably: Ishaq Dar
ISLAMABAD, Oct 03 (APP):Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Friday expressed confidence that the concerns raised by Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) members, who are allies in the government, would be resolved. Speaking in the National Assembly, Dar said that whenever issues had arisen in the past, they were settled amicably […]
Dar, Moroccan FM agree to enhance trade
Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Foreign Minister of Morocco Nasser Bourita on Saturday agreed to enhance cooperation in trade, investment, connectivity and regional peace. The DPM/FM met with the Moroccan foreign minister on the sidelines of UNGA in New York, Foreign Office Spokesperson said in a press release. Both […]
India’s regional supremacy claims collapse, says FM Ishaq Dar
ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar declared on Wednesday that India’s aspirations for regional supremacy have “collapsed in the face of Pakistan’s growing diplomatic influence.” He made the remarks at a press conference held in Islamabad, following his recent visit to China. Speaking about the May 19 trip to Beijing, Dar […]
Dar reaffirms to honor all commitments, rejects speculation to approach Paris Club
ISLAMABAD: Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar here on Sunday reaffirmed the government’s resolve to fully honor all the commitments made with International Monetary Funds (IMF) and other creditors, besides addressing the issues faced by the local business community. Addressing a press conference, the minister also categorically dismissed the speculation with respect […]
Two witnesses record statements in Ishaq Dar assets case
ISLAMABAD: The accountability court hearing an assets reference case against Finance Minister Ishaq Dar resumed proceedings on Monday and two witnesses recorded their statements during the court proceedings and got cross examined by Khawaja Harris. Dar’s counsel Khawaja Harris who returned to Pakistan after missing the last hearing, had a verbal joust with National Accountability […]
Dar reaches accountability court for assets reference case hearing
ISLAMABAD: The accountability court hearing an assets reference case against Finance Minister Ishaq Dar resumed proceedings today (Monday) in the assets reference case. This marks Dar’s seventh appearance at the judicial complex at Judge Mohammad Bashir’s Accountability Court. During the last hearing, the court adjourned proceedings till October 23 due to the absence of Ishaq […]