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Cordial and Constructive": Foreign Office Rejects Media Misinterpretation of Dar-Wang Yi Dialogue on Iran War
Pakistan’s Foreign Office has set the record straight on the recent high-level dialogue between Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, dismissing reports of diplomatic pressure as a "misrepresentation" of the facts
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by News Desk
2026-05-14
Cordial and Constructive

The Clarification

During a weekly briefing on Thursday, May 14, 2026, FO spokesperson Tahir Andrabi addressed media reports that suggested a sense of friction or demanding "expectations" from China.

  • Spirit of Cooperation: The FO clarified that the dialogue was marked by "traditional warmth and cordiality." It rejected the notion that China’s hope for Pakistan to "step up" mediation was a critique; instead, it was a reaffimration of China’s trust in Pakistan’s role.

  • Praise, Not Pressure: Minister Wang Yi reportedly commended Pakistan for its successful facilitation of the US-Iran talks and its pivotal role in extending the temporary ceasefire. Beijing expressed "full support" for Islamabad’s continued efforts to restore regional peace.

  • A Unified Front: Both nations underscored the critical need for a lasting ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to ensure global energy stability.

  • Broad Diplomatic Push: Despite stalled negotiations between the Trump administration and Tehran, Pakistan remains at the center of a diplomatic whirlwind. This week alone, Ishaq Dar has held high-stakes meetings and calls with:

    • US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker

    • Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud

    • UN Personal Envoy Jean Arnault
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