Ishaq Dar Arrives in Beijing for 7th Pakistan-China Strategic Dialogue
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Beijing on an official visit, highlighting the growing significance of Pakistan-China relations and regional diplomacy. Upon landing, Dar was warmly received by Yue Xiaoyong, China’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, signaling the high-level importance of the visit.
The seventh Pakistan-China Strategic Dialogue is scheduled for Sunday, where Ishaq Dar will co-chair the session with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi. The talks are expected to focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation across trade, technology, energy, and regional security issues.
In addition to formal discussions, Dar will participate in events marking the 75th anniversary of Pakistan-China diplomatic relations. Both countries have planned a series of commemorative celebrations throughout 2026 to honor this historic milestone in bilateral ties.
Beyond China, the Deputy Prime Minister held several key telephonic discussions with other regional partners. Dar spoke with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan regarding developments in Yemen and regional security. He welcomed the recent statement by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs and acknowledged the efforts of all parties working toward peaceful resolutions through dialogue.
Dar also held talks with his UAE counterpart, expressing satisfaction over positive developments in regional matters and emphasizing the value of diplomacy in producing tangible results. Furthermore, Dar discussed bilateral cooperation with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, highlighting opportunities to enhance collaboration in trade, tourism, technology, and IT.
The visit underlines Pakistan’s commitment to leveraging dialogue and diplomacy as tools to resolve regional challenges and deepen strategic partnerships. The outcomes of the 7th Pakistan-China Strategic Dialogue are expected to further cement Pakistan’s position as a proactive player in regional stability and economic development.
