Deputy PM Ishaq Dar meets Chinese envoy Zaidong as Region Teeters on Edge
2026-03-02 - 16:14
ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar sent a powerful message, saying Pakistan remains steadfast in its commitment to peace and stability, even as regional tensions reach a boiling point. The remarks came during discussions with the ambassador of China, Jiang Zaidong, where evolving geopolitical developments dominated the agenda. Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, received this afternoon H.E. Jiang Zaidong, Ambassador of China to Pakistan. Discussions were held on the evolving regional situation and broader developments. DPM/FM emphasized the importance of dialogue,... pic.twitter.com/KwhLIVFSaJ — Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) March 2, 2026 The crisis gripping Middle East has escalated dramatically. Foreign Office voiced deep regret over the collapse of diplomatic talks and the eruption of hostilities, condemning recent strikes on Iran as a blow to efforts aimed at peace. Officials warned that continued military actions could ignite a wider regional confrontation with consequences far beyond the battlefield. Pakistan also took a strong stance against Iranian missile strikes targeting neighboring nations, describing attacks on Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates as blatant violations of sovereignty. The government expressed solidarity with these nations and urged maximum restraint, stressing that retaliation and escalation only deepen the cycle of violence. Tragically, the conflict has already claimed innocent lives, including a Pakistani national killed in the UAE during the assault. The Foreign Office condemned the incident and appealed to all sides to halt further actions that threaten regional security and territorial integrity. With the Middle East once again on edge, Pakistan’s call for dialogue and diplomacy stands as a reminder of the urgent need for peaceful solutions. As global powers watch closely, the stakes could not be higher, stability hangs in the balance.