Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to safeguarding its sovereign rights on Wednesday. During a high-level meeting to review matters related to Pakistan’s water security, Dar directed the ministries and departments concerned to work in close coordination to advance national interests.
According to a news release from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the meeting examined the legal, diplomatic, and technical dimensions of the country’s water security. The session was attended by the Ministers for Water Resources and Information and Broadcasting, as well as senior officials and relevant federal secretaries.
On the same day, Dar congratulated the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), scientists, and engineers on the successful flight test of Pakistan’s first indigenously developed Fa’az air-to-air missile. In a post on X, Dar described the achievement as an important milestone in strengthening national defence and advancing self-reliance in defence technology.
“Heartiest congratulations to the Pakistan Air Force, our scientists and engineers on the successful flight test of Pakistan’s first indigenously developed Fa’az air-to-air missile,” Dar said. He praised the technical expertise and dedication of the teams involved, calling the test a proud achievement for Pakistan.
Additionally, Dar used his X timeline on Wednesday to felicitate Oliver Blanco on his appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. Dar offered "warm felicitations" to Blanco and wished him success in his new responsibilities. He stated that he looks forward to working closely with Blanco to further strengthen the friendly ties and mutually beneficial cooperation between Pakistan and Venezuela.
