Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has welcomed what he described as substantial progress in the latest US-Iran negotiations held in Bürgenstock, Switzerland. He said the development represents an important step toward lasting peace and stability and reflects the success of ongoing diplomatic efforts involving Pakistan and Qatar.
The first round of four-party discussions brought together representatives from the United States and Iran, with Pakistan and Qatar acting as mediators. The talks marked the first formal follow-up engagement since the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding and were viewed as a key milestone in the diplomatic process.
In a statement shared on social media, Dar described the outcome of the meeting as encouraging and praised the constructive atmosphere in which the US-Iran negotiations were conducted. He said the progress achieved demonstrates the value of dialogue and diplomacy in resolving complex international disputes.
The foreign minister congratulated Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir for their leadership and commitment to advancing the peace process. He credited their efforts with helping create momentum that led to the latest breakthrough in Switzerland.
I warmly welcome the substantial progress achieved at the High-Level Technical Talks held in Burgenstock, Switzerland, and congratulate Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif @CMShehbaz as well as COAS & CDF Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for their visionary leadership and tireless…
— Ishaq Dar (@MIshaqDar50) June 22, 2026
Dar also acknowledged the positive role played by both Washington and Tehran. He commended the United States and Iran for maintaining a commitment to diplomatic engagement and thanked Qatar for its close cooperation with Pakistan throughout the mediation process. According to him, continued dialogue remains essential for achieving long-term regional stability.
Pakistan’s diplomatic involvement will continue as technical discussions move forward. Dar confirmed that a team from the Foreign Office will remain in Switzerland throughout the week to participate in technical-level meetings aimed at implementing understandings reached during the US-Iran negotiations.
A joint statement issued by Pakistan and Qatar revealed that the parties had agreed on a roadmap for reaching a final agreement within 60 days. The statement also announced measures to improve communication, ensure safe commercial shipping routes, and establish mechanisms to reduce tensions. Observers believe the latest US-Iran negotiations could play a significant role in shaping future peace efforts across the region.
