Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong has called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, the Foreign Office says.

“Zaidong conveyed China’s full support for and appreciation of Pakistan’s continued efforts to facilitate engagement between US and Iran for sustained peace and stability in the region and beyond,” FO said.

The discussions focused on the latest regional developments.

Dar reaffirmed the Pakistan–China All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership, underscored the strength of bilateral ties, and emphasised the importance of sustained high-level exchanges between the two countries.

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