Diplomatic activity in the region is intensifying after recent developments between the United States and Iran, with foreign ministers of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt set to meet in Cairo on June 21.
According to sources, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar is likely to leave for Egypt tomorrow to represent Pakistan at the important meeting.
Sources said the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt will participate in the Cairo meeting. The meeting has been called in the context of the latest situation emerging after the US-Iran agreement and wider developments in West Asia.
The talks are expected to focus on regional peace, stability and coordination among major Islamic countries.
Dar likely to represent Pakistan
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar is expected to travel to Egypt for the meeting.
Sources said Dar will represent Pakistan during the discussions and present Islamabad’s position on regional security and diplomatic developments.
Pakistan’s participation is being viewed as part of its continued diplomatic engagement amid fast-changing regional circumstances.
Regional security and trade on agenda
According to sources, the foreign ministers will discuss regional security, mutual relations and trade in detail. The rapidly changing situation in West Asia will also be reviewed during the meeting.
The participants are expected to exchange views on how Islamic countries can coordinate their response to current challenges.
Sources said the ministers will consider a joint strategy to promote peace and stability in the region. The meeting is also expected to focus on ways to deal with emerging diplomatic and security challenges following the US-Iran agreement.
Officials believe that cooperation among Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt could play an important role in supporting regional stability.
Gaza peace process part of agenda
The situation in Gaza will be an important part of the meeting’s agenda. Sources said the foreign ministers will also discuss matters related to the Gaza peace process and efforts to reduce tensions.
The Cairo meeting is expected to provide an opportunity for the four countries to coordinate their diplomatic approach on Gaza and broader Middle East issues.
The upcoming meeting reflects growing diplomatic efforts by major Islamic countries at a sensitive time for the region.
With the US-Iran agreement reshaping the regional environment and the Gaza situation remaining tense, the Cairo talks are expected to focus on cooperation, consultation and a shared path toward peace.
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