Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met former US Assistant Secretary of State for South Asian Affairs Robin Raphel on Tuesday. Their discussion focused on strengthening diplomatic relations and expanding cooperation between Pakistan and the United States.
According to Foreign Office spokesperson Sajjad Haider Khan, the meeting covered several matters of mutual interest. Both sides also discussed opportunities to maintain closer engagement and improve bilateral understanding.
Dar Emphasises Stronger Diplomatic Engagement
During the meeting, Ishaq Dar welcomed the positive progress in Pakistan-US relations. He also highlighted the importance of maintaining regular communication between the two countries.
Furthermore, Dar stressed that consistent diplomatic efforts could help strengthen cooperation across areas of mutual interest. He emphasised the need for continued engagement to build on the progress already made in bilateral ties.
The meeting also provided an opportunity to discuss ways of encouraging greater interaction between institutions in Pakistan and the United States.
Pakistan and US Seek Closer Academic and Policy Exchanges
Both sides agreed to promote stronger contacts and exchanges of ideas between Pakistani and American think tanks. They also discussed encouraging closer links between educational institutions in the two countries.
In addition, the discussions covered regional and international issues. Both sides agreed that continued dialogue could improve mutual understanding and contribute to stronger relations.
The proposed exchanges would provide opportunities for experts and academic institutions to share perspectives on issues of common interest. They would also support broader discussions beyond formal diplomatic engagement.
Focus on Sustaining Bilateral Relations
The meeting highlighted the importance of regular diplomatic contacts in maintaining momentum in Pakistan-US relations. Dar’s remarks underlined the role of sustained engagement in strengthening cooperation.
Moreover, the agreement to encourage academic and policy exchanges pointed to another avenue for building connections. Both sides expressed support for greater interaction between institutions and continued discussions on regional and international developments.
However, the meeting’s central focus remained on improving communication, expanding institutional contacts and strengthening bilateral understanding.
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