Islamabad (Web Desk): Pakistan's Foreign Office has said that the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and the Lucerne Summit demonstrate the country's unwavering belief in dialogue and diplomacy as the most effective means of resolving disputes and conflicts peacefully.
Speaking at his weekly press briefing in Islamabad on Thursday, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said Pakistan is encouraged by the positive feedback and appreciation it has received from various countries, international partners and members of the global community for its role in promoting peace, dialogue and de-escalation in the region.
He noted that such recognition reflects the confidence the international community places in Pakistan's commitment to fostering peace, security, stability and constructive engagement both regionally and globally.
The spokesperson also expressed gratitude to all countries and partners that supported Pakistan's efforts, saying their backing was highly valued.
Andrabi further commended the Pakistani media for its responsible conduct throughout the process.
He said the media displayed professionalism and maturity by maintaining the confidentiality, discretion and trust that are essential for any credible mediation and facilitation initiative.
Responding to a question, he described Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian's visit to Pakistan as historic, noting that it was his first foreign trip after the war.
He said the visit provided an opportunity for both countries to renew their commitment to advancing peace and stability, which emerged as a key outcome of the engagements.
He added that Pakistan's role as a mediator and facilitator was reaffirmed during the visit, while the Iranian leadership once again expressed confidence in Pakistan's efforts, a gesture for which Islamabad remains appreciative.
According to the spokesperson, the visit was significant not only because of its historic nature but also due to its positive impact on bilateral relations between the two countries.
Answering another question, Andrabi said technical-level discussions between the United States and Iran remain underway.
On the issue of the Strait of Hormuz, he emphasized that Pakistan views the waterway as a vital international maritime route that plays a crucial role in global trade, energy supplies and economic stability.
He said Pakistan supports keeping the strait open and secure for uninterrupted navigation.
When asked about diplomatic engagement with Afghanistan similar to the approach adopted in the US-Iran situation, the spokesperson said Pakistan consistently pursued diplomacy with Afghanistan between 2021 and 2025.
However, he noted that the security situation eventually crossed what he described as Pakistan's threshold of patience toward the end of 2025.
He stressed that if diplomatic efforts are to move forward again, Pakistan expects verifiable commitments and concrete measures from the Afghan side to ensure that Afghan territory is not used for attacks against Pakistan and to help rebuild mutual trust.