LONDON (special crosspondent) – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a strategic meeting with a cross-party delegation of British parliamentarians of Pakistani origin at Pakistan House, London. The high-level delegation featured prominent figures including Lord Zameer Choudrey, Lord Qurban Hussain, Baroness Shaista Sheehan, and Lord Shaffaq Mohammed, alongside Members of Parliament Mohammad Yasin, Yasmin Qureshi, Afzal Khan, Zubir Ahmed, and Adnan Hussain.

Senator Ishaq Dar commended the British lawmakers for their pivotal role in fortifying bilateral relations between Pakistan and the United Kingdom. He further acknowledged their consistent advocacy for a fair and lasting resolution to the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, a topic which has seen diplomatic engagement across international forums.

Regional Peace and Global Mediation

The visiting parliamentarians expressed strong appreciation for Pakistan’s proactive leadership and mediation endeavors in the Middle East. They noted that the country’s historic diplomatic interventions have gained international acclaim, fostering a sense of pride among the global Pakistani diaspora. In response, the Deputy Prime Minister outlined ongoing initiatives aimed at de-escalating regional tensions. He emphasized that strict adherence to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding remains essential for achieving sustainable stability in the region, noting that major powers must respect evolving geopolitical dynamics. Furthermore, he highlighted the significance of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, characterizing it as a purely defensive framework designed to bolster collective regional security.

Developments in Azad Jammu and Kashmir

The conversation also touched upon the political landscape in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The British parliamentarians offered their congratulations to Senator Dar following the PML-N’s success in the recent legislative assembly elections. The Deputy Prime Minister attributed this electoral mandate to the party’s established track record of fostering economic growth. He reaffirmed that the incoming administration is committed to prioritizing infrastructure investment and job creation for the region’s youth. He added that the Federal Government intends to collaborate closely with all political stakeholders to build a sustainable consensus on governance and constitutional matters, echoing the sentiment that regional stability remains a core priority for the current administration. The delegation concluded the meeting by reaffirming their commitment to enhancing the multifaceted ties between Pakistan and the United Kingdom.