ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Saturday discussed a China-Pakistan five-point proposal to end the Iran war with Bahrain’s Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, said an official statement, as Islamabad steps up diplomatic engagement over the ongoing regional crisis.
The proposal, jointly put forward by Beijing and Islamabad earlier this month, calls for an immediate ceasefire, dialogue between the parties, protection of civilians and critical infrastructure, safeguarding maritime routes and adherence to the principles of the UN Charter.
“DPM/FM underscored the urgent need for de-escalation and emphasized the importance of dialogue and diplomacy,” Pakistan’s Foreign Office said.
“He highlighted the Pakistan-China five-point initiative aimed at promoting peace and stability in the Middle East and the Gulf region,” it added.
The call comes amid heightened tensions following joint US and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets on Feb. 28, which triggered retaliatory attacks by Tehran and raised fears of a broader regional conflict, with Gulf countries bearing the brunt of the fallout, including security risks and disruptions to energy markets.
