Pakistan Offers to Host Talks Between the US and Iran for Peace in West Asia
Pakistan has expressed its willingness to host important discussions between the United States and Iran, aiming for a thorough and lasting resolution to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. This statement came from Tahir Andrabi, a spokesperson for Pakistan’s foreign office, just days after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the country’s readiness to facilitate “meaningful and conclusive talks.”
Sharif’s announcement aligns with reports of behind-the-scenes efforts by Pakistan, along with Egypt and Turkiye, to mediate for peace in the region. At a recent press conference, Andrabi stated, “We would be honoured to host and facilitate meaningful talks between both sides in the coming days to reach a comprehensive settlement of the ongoing conflict.”
He also mentioned a five-point initiative proposed by China and Pakistan aimed at restoring stability in West Asia. This initiative emerged from the visit of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to Beijing and has received positive feedback throughout the region and beyond.
“This effort is about ending war, stopping hostilities, and creating a sustainable approach to achieve a lasting resolution to the ongoing battles,” Andrabi added.
Additionally, consultations among the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt have provided a platform to enhance cooperation among these countries. Andrabi noted that both Iran and the US have confidence in Pakistan’s ability to help facilitate peace talks in the area.
He emphasized that Pakistan maintains a vital relationship with the US and is actively working with American leadership to ease tensions and strive for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
