UN chief, Iran envoy laud Pakistan’s diplomatic push as Islamabad emerges key regional facilitator

• António Guterres praises Pakistan’s constructive role in regional peace efforts

• Iranian envoy Reza Amiri Moghadam terms Pakistani diplomats ‘architects of peace’

• Credits Dar with facilitating high-stakes US–regional diplomatic engagement

• Pakistan positioned as ‘honest broker’ in Iran–US–Israel crisis mediation track

• Over 10 countries acknowledge Islamabad’s role in ceasefire-related diplomacy

 ISLAMABAD: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres and Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam on Tuesday commended Pakistan’s ongoing efforts for regional peace and stability and expressed deep appreciation for Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar for his facilitation of talks with the United States, according to the Foreign Office (FO).

In a post on X, the FO said that DPM/FM Dar received a telephone call from the UN Secretary-General during which both sides discussed the latest regional developments as well as Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic engagements and outreach with relevant parties.

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50, received a call today from the Secretary General of the United Nations, António Guterres @antonioguterres.

DPM/FM discussed the latest regional developments as well as Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic… pic.twitter.com/6iY1KpBrFX

— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) April 28, 2026

The FO stated that the UN Secretary-General appreciated Pakistan’s continued efforts, conveying the international community’s “deep appreciation and support for Pakistan’s constructive role in regional and international peace and stability.” It added that Guterres also expressed the United Nations’ full support for Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic initiatives.

Earlier, Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam, in a post on X, extended appreciation for what he described as the “veteran, competent and career diplomats of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) of Pakistan.”

As trusted harbingers of international harmony, diplomats are the architects of peace, entrusted with navigating the delicate complexities of international relations through the patient craft of dialogue, empathy, and understanding.

I wish to express my sincere and profound…

— Reza Amiri Moghadam (@IranAmbPak) April 28, 2026

He termed diplomats “trusted harbingers of international harmony” and described them as architects of peace entrusted with managing complex international relations through dialogue, empathy, and understanding.

The ambassador also praised FM Ishaq Dar and officials of the Foreign Ministry for their “tireless efforts in facilitating, coordinating and meticulously preparing arrangements for delegations and talks, often long before the talks themselves commenced.”

He said these efforts transform political will and principled intent into practical diplomatic frameworks, adding that such work represents diplomacy in its truest sense—“not merely words, but the quiet, persistent labour that makes dialogue possible and peace attainable.”

Earlier, DPM/FM Dar held key telephone conversations with the foreign ministers of the United Kingdom, Canada and Egypt, during which they discussed the evolving regional situation. According to the FO, he stressed the importance of dialogue and diplomacy as essential tools for maintaining peace.

FM Dar has received wide international recognition for his diplomatic engagement, as Pakistan positioned itself at the centre of mediation efforts during the evolving Iran–US–Israel crisis.

Over recent weeks, senior officials and influential voices from more than ten countries—including Saudi Arabia, Iran, the United States, China, Türkiye, Azerbaijan, Bahrain and Uzbekistan—have acknowledged Pakistan’s facilitating role in ceasefire-related diplomatic efforts.

Pakistan emerged as a key facilitator in the sensitive diplomatic track, positioning itself as an “honest broker” amid sharply divided positions between Washington and Tehran.

Following 40 days of airstrikes, US and Iranian negotiators held discussions in Islamabad earlier this month, focusing on a potential framework involving nuclear restrictions in exchange for economic relief. During the talks, US negotiators reportedly proposed a 20-year suspension of Iranian nuclear activity, while Iran suggested a pause of three to five years, according to sources familiar with the discussions.

However, the second round of talks did not produce results. A day earlier, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian visited Islamabad for the second time in two days.

Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump cancelled a planned visit to Islamabad by envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

Separately, DPM/FM Ishaq Dar chaired a meeting with Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch and senior officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to review the latest regional developments, the FO said in another post on X.

The deputy prime minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to continue playing a constructive role through dialogue and diplomacy to promote peace and stability in the region.