The Ishaq Dar Ed Miliband meeting reaffirmed the commitment of Pakistan and the United Kingdom to further strengthen their longstanding bilateral relationship. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband on the sidelines of the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) 2026 in Manila to discuss bilateral, regional and international issues.
During the meeting, Dar congratulated Miliband on his appointment as the United Kingdom’s Foreign Secretary and wished him success in his new role. Both leaders expressed their commitment to expanding cooperation and maintaining close engagement between the two countries.
According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, the Ishaq Dar Ed Miliband meeting covered a wide range of issues, including bilateral cooperation and the evolving regional security environment. The two sides exchanged views on recent developments affecting regional peace and stability.
Miliband acknowledged the important contribution of the Pakistani diaspora living in the United Kingdom. He described the community as a strong bridge that continues to strengthen people-to-people ties and promote closer relations between the two countries.
The discussions also focused on recent tensions between the United States and Iran. The UK foreign secretary appreciated Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts to encourage dialogue, reduce tensions and support peaceful engagement during the crisis.
Both leaders expressed concern over recent regional developments and stressed that dialogue and diplomacy remain essential for resolving disputes. They agreed that sustained international engagement is necessary to promote long-term peace, stability and cooperation.
The Ishaq Dar Ed Miliband meeting highlighted the shared commitment of Pakistan and the United Kingdom to strengthening bilateral relations while supporting diplomatic solutions to regional challenges. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the ASEAN Regional Forum, where leaders from across the region are discussing security and cooperation.
