Key Takeaways
- Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar calls for enhanced cooperation between Pakistan and Turkiye.
- A three-member inquiry committee is formed to probe alleged irregularities in document attestation.
- Discussions focus on bilateral relations and regional stability.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has called for closer coordination between Pakistan and Turkiye, urging relevant departments to work more closely on upcoming meetings and strategic councils.
During a meeting with the Ambassador of Turkiye to Pakistan, Irfan Neziroglu, Dar highlighted the importance of advancing the bilateral agenda and deepening engagement in key priority areas.
The two sides discussed the progress under various bilateral institutional mechanisms, which aim to enhance cooperation across a range of areas following recent high-level interactions between the two countries.
Dar emphasized the need for continued dialogue and diplomacy as the only viable path to resolving regional issues and achieving lasting peace, stability, and prosperity.
In a separate development, the deputy PM has constituted a three-member inquiry committee to investigate alleged irregularities in the apostille and document attestation system at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The committee is tasked with identifying any misuse or irregularities in the system and reviewing the role of courier services involved in the process.
The deputy PM’s remarks come as Pakistan and Turkiye continue to strengthen their bilateral relations, with the upcoming Joint Commission and 8th session of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council serving as key platforms for further cooperation.
The discussions also touched on the evolving regional situation, with Dar stressing the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in addressing regional challenges.
The meeting underscores the ongoing commitment of both countries to deepen their strategic partnership and work towards mutual benefits and regional stability.
