PM Shehbaz may meet Pezeshkian today
NEW YORK: Pakistan’s push to broker dialogue between Washington and Tehran appeared to be gathering pace on Wednesday, with diplomatic sources suggesting a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, could be on the cards today (Thursday). Meanwhile, PM Shehbaz’s address to the UN General Assembly has been rescheduled to 12.30am (Pakistan time) on…
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif may meet with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian today, according to diplomatic sources. The potential encounter comes as Islamabad works to facilitate dialogue between Washington and Tehran. Meanwhile, Shehbaz's UN General Assembly address has been rescheduled for Friday at 12:30 PM Pakistan time.
Qatar is leading the direct shuttle diplomacy between the US and Iran in New York, while Pakistan is pursuing a parallel track with Tehran. Both nations seem to be coordinating through distinct yet intertwined channels. US special envoy Steve Witkoff confirmed that Qatar facilitated discussions between American and Iranian delegations during Tuesday's talks.
Qatar has also cooperated with Pakistan to ease tensions and promote communication between Washington and Tehran. On the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, Shehbaz Sharif met with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, reaffirming Pakistan's dedication to the IMF-supported reform program and highlighting advancements in fiscal discipline, tariff structures, and privatization amid regional unrest.
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