he United States and Iran have agreed to establish a high-level committee to supervise ongoing peace negotiations, following marathon talks in Switzerland.
The decision comes as mediators Pakistan and Qatar confirmed major progress under the Islamabad MoU framework.
According to a joint statement issued by Pakistan and Qatar, both sides have agreed to form a high-level committee that will provide political oversight of the entire mediation process.
The committee will ensure structured coordination as negotiations move into the implementation phase.
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Role of chief negotiators and working groups
The statement said chief negotiators from both sides will report regularly to the high-level committee.
They will also lead specialized working groups focused on:
- Nuclear-related issues
- Sanctions framework
- Monitoring and dispute resolution mechanisms
- Other implementation matters under the MoU
Officials said the structure is designed to ensure continuity and accountability in the talks.
60-day roadmap for final agreement
The high-level committee has also agreed on a roadmap to reach a final deal within 60 days, marking one of the most significant outcomes of the negotiations so far.
The roadmap lays the foundation for the immediate continuation of technical-level discussions between the two sides.
A key element of the agreement is the creation of a direct communication line between the United States and Iran.
This channel aims to prevent incidents and miscommunication, particularly in relation to maritime activity in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route.
Officials said the mechanism is intended to ensure the safe passage of commercial vessels during the negotiation period.
High-level talks conclude in Switzerland
Earlier, the joint statement confirmed that the high-level session under the Islamabad MoU had concluded in Switzerland.
The talks were held in Bürgenstock, also known as the Lake Lucerne Summit, with participation from US, Iranian, Pakistani, and Qatari representatives.
The session marked the first major high-level engagement since the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding earlier this week.
According to mediators, discussions were held in a “positive and constructive atmosphere,” with both sides agreeing to move forward on implementation mechanisms.
A key breakthrough from the talks was the agreement on a roadmap for a final peace deal within 60 days.
The roadmap is expected to guide both political and technical negotiations in the coming weeks, supported by the newly established oversight structure.
