Pakistan and Turkish foreign ministers meet in Istanbul for regional talks
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Istanbul on Friday to discuss regional stability.
Leaders condemn Houthi attacks
The two officials strongly condemned recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. They stressed the need for dialogue and diplomacy to ensure peace. Both sides agreed to coordinate closely on issues affecting the Middle East.
Commitment to defence pact
Officials reaffirmed their dedication to the Makkah Defence Agreement involving Pakistan, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia. Dar thanked Fidan for hosting the R4 ministerial gathering in the city. The pair also reviewed bilateral relations and exchanged views on mutual interests.
Concerns over floods
Dar conveyed condolences regarding flash floods that hit Turkiye after heavy rains. He wished a speedy recovery for those affected by the disaster. The foreign ministers pledged to deepen cooperation in various multilateral forums.
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