Norway commends Pakistan's 'constructive role' in US-Iran conflict
Norway on Thursday commended Pakistan’s “important and constructive role” to mediate between the United States and Iran amid the Middle East conflict. The development came as Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held delegation-level talks with Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide, who arrived in Islamabad earlier in the day, the first such visit in a decade. “Both sides…
Norway lauded Pakistan's "important and constructive role" in facilitating dialogue between the United States and Iran during a recent conflict, according to the Foreign Office. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held talks with Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide, marking the first such visit to Islamabad in a decade.
Both countries reviewed various areas of cooperation, including trade, investment, climate change, maritime affairs, and education. They recognized the significant contribution of the Pakistani diaspora in Norway and agreed to strengthen people-to-people ties. The Norwegian minister appreciated Pakistan's leadership and contributions to peace efforts during the Iran-US conflict.
Eide also commended Pakistan's actions in promoting peace in the Middle East and highlighted the potential for further economic collaboration, particularly in the energy and fertiliser sectors. The Norwegian minister expressed readiness to assist Pakistan's peace efforts, given Norway's experience in peace negotiations and engagement with Tehran and Washington.
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