Dar holds talks with Malaysian FM as PM Ibrahim backs Pakistan’s mediation initiative

• DPM Ishaq Dar holds talks with Malaysian FM Mohamad Hasan as both reaffirm diplomacy amid rising regional tensions

• Leaders stress dialogue, de-escalation to prevent conflict spillover, agree to remain in contact on geopolitical issues

• Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim hails Pakistan’s offer to mediate US-Iran talks as ‘timely and constructive’

• Emphasizes lasting resolution over temporary ceasefires, calling for restraint by all parties amid Israeli strikes in Iran and Lebanon

• Malaysia vows continued support for credible efforts toward just and lasting peace

 ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Wednesday held a telephone conversation with Malaysia’s Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan, as both sides underscored a shared commitment to diplomacy and de-escalation amid intensifying regional tensions, according to an official statement.

Deputy PM Dar and his Malaysian counterpart reviewed recent regional and international developments of mutual concern and stressed the need for de-escalation through dialogue and diplomatic engagement.

Both the leaders vowed continued coordination between Pakistan and Malaysia on pressing geopolitical issues, according to a statement issued from the Deputy Prime Minister’s Office.

Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 held a telephone conversation with the Foreign Minister of Malaysia, Mohamad Hasan @tokmatn9.

The two leaders discussed recent regional & international developments of mutual interest and emphasized… pic.twitter.com/tBYI2u6a5c

— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) March 25, 2026

The conversation comes against the backdrop of Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim publicly welcoming Pakistan’s offer to facilitate dialogue between the United States and Iran, describing the initiative as “timely and constructive” in a message posted on X.

I welcome Pakistan’s timely and constructive offer to host dialogue between the United States and Iran. I commend Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the leaders of other friendly nations for stepping forward at a moment of acute regional danger, following the earlier commendable… pic.twitter.com/ObtNuey9OS

— Anwar Ibrahim (@anwaribrahim) March 25, 2026

In his statement on the platform, Anwar praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and other international leaders for stepping forward “at a moment of acute regional danger,” while also acknowledging earlier mediation efforts by Oman and other partners.

He noted that Pakistan’s relationships with key stakeholders, along with its standing in the Muslim world, position it well to help create conditions conducive to meaningful negotiations between the United States and Iran.

“Malaysia supports this initiative and encourages, in particular, the United States and Iran to respond in the spirit in which it was offered,” Anwar wrote, adding that there remains “some space for diplomacy” that must be pursued with urgency and seriousness.

The Malaysian prime minister emphasized that any negotiations should aim for a genuine and lasting resolution rather than temporary pauses, cautioning against ceasefires that serve merely tactical purposes.

He also reiterated Malaysia’s principled stance on international law, affirming Iran’s right to defend its sovereignty while urging restraint by all parties, particularly in light of continued Israeli strikes in Iran and Lebanon. Anwar warned against further escalation that could draw in Gulf states and destabilize the wider region.

He stressed that the credibility of the rules-based international order depends on consistency and equal accountability.

PM Ibrahim further revealed that he has been in contact with leaders from the Gulf Cooperation Council, as well as Türkiye, Egypt, Indonesia, Japan, Pakistan and other partners to advocate for de-escalation and a peaceful resolution.

“Malaysia will continue to support every credible effort towards a just and lasting peace,” he concluded.