The venue is ready, the guards are in place and the curb along the approach road has received a fresh coat of yellow and black paint.
Islamabad awaits.
As hosts of vital US-Iranian talks, the Pakistani government officials are making optimistic noises, emphasising that unlike many others, they enjoy the trust of both sides.
The man heading the US delegation, Vice President JD Vance, is also sounding upbeat.
"If the Iranians are willing to negotiate in good faith," he said before leaving the US, "we're certainly willing to extend the open hand."
