Islamabad, March 29 (SANA) – Foreign ministers from Pakistan, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Egypt met in Islamabad on Sunday to discuss regional developments amid escalating tensions linked to the U.S.-Israeli–Iranian war.
According to Egypt’s Foreign Ministry, the meeting focused on coordinating regional efforts to contain the crisis and emphasizing diplomacy and dialogue as the primary means to reduce tensions and prevent further instability in the region.
Participants discussed steps to encourage a negotiating track between the United States and Iran aimed at easing tensions and avoiding wider conflict.
The talks also addressed the economic repercussions of the escalation, including its impact on international shipping routes, supply chains, food security and global energy markets amid rising oil prices.
The ministers stressed the importance of regional and international cooperation to contain tensions and promote arrangements that strengthen collective security while safeguarding the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states.
The four countries agreed to continue consultations and coordination to support de-escalation efforts and prevent further deterioration of the regional situation.
Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said earlier this week that indirect contacts between Washington and Tehran were taking place through messages relayed by Islamabad, confirming Pakistan’s role in facilitating communication between the two sides since the outbreak of the conflict on February 28.
Kh.A
