Key Takeaways
- Pakistan and Kuwait have called for de-escalation amid recent hostilities between the US and Iran.
- Both countries urged all sides to exercise restraint and fully implement the Islamabad MoU.
- The Foreign Ministers of both nations discussed regional stability and peace during a telephone call.
Pakistan and Kuwait have jointly called for de-escalation in the Middle East, amid recent hostilities between the United States and Iran. This was conveyed through statements issued by Pakistan's Foreign Office following a telephone conversation between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.
During their discussion, both leaders expressed serious concerns over ongoing attacks on Kuwaiti territory and emphasized the need for restraint among all parties involved. They highlighted the importance of respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states in the region and stressed that maintaining peace and security must remain a top priority.
The statement from Pakistan’s Foreign Office noted that Deputy Prime Minister Dar appreciated Kuwait's constructive role in promoting dialogue and regional stability, while also underscoring Pakistan's own mediatory efforts. Both leaders agreed to continue close contact on matters of mutual interest, including the implementation of the Islamabad MoU, which aims at fostering peace and security in the region.
The conversation underscored the shared commitment of both countries to work towards de-escalation and stability. The Foreign Ministers also discussed the ongoing review of a potential expanded defence agreement between Pakistan and Kuwait, although details on this were not elaborated upon in the official statements.
