Diplomatic Dynamics: Pakistan Mediates Gulf Tensions

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar engaged in crucial diplomatic talks with Saudi Arabia amid escalating tension between Saudi Arabia and the UAE over Yemen. The discussions aimed to reinforce bilateral ties and explore regional stability, reflecting Pakistan's strategic role in Gulf geopolitics.

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, initiated significant diplomatic talks with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan amidst rising tensions between Saudi Arabia and the UAE regarding Yemen.

The talks followed a Saudi-led coalition assault on what was claimed to be foreign military backing for southern separatists at Yemen's Mukalla port, seemingly targeting a UAE shipment.

Dar expressed satisfaction with Islamabad and Riyadh's positive diplomatic relations while the Saudi Foreign Minister reaffirmed commitments to strengthen bilateral ties. The discussions, however, omitted any mention of Yemen, focusing instead on deepening Pakistan-UAE relations into a strategic economic partnership.

(With inputs from agencies.)