Islamabad, Oct. 14 (SANA) Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and his Omani counterpart Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi on Wednesday stressed the importance of restraint, de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy, as well as the need to ensure safe navigation and freedom of passage through the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab Strait.
The remarks came during a joint press conference at Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Islamabad, reported by the Associated Press of Pakistan.
Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to making a constructive contribution to diplomatic efforts aimed at achieving peace and stability in the region.
He renewed Pakistan’s condemnation of Houthi militia attacks on Saudi Arabia, describing attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure as unacceptable. He also affirmed Islamabad’s full solidarity with the Saudi leadership and people, and its unwavering commitment to the Kingdom’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and security under the Mecca Agreement on Joint Defense.
For his part, Al Busaidi stressed the importance of dialogue, diplomacy and constructive engagement in addressing challenges, noting that mutual understanding and sustained diplomatic efforts are key to resolving disputes and preventing escalation.
He praised Pakistan’s constructive role in facilitating dialogue and supporting diplomatic efforts, including negotiations between the United States and Iran.
On Tuesday, Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari reaffirmed his country’s commitment to regional peace and defense cooperation under the Mecca Agreement on Joint Defense.
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