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Washington: A high-level meeting between Marco Rubio and Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar is set to take place in Washington DC, drawing significant international attention amid evolving geopolitical developments in South Asia and the Middle East.
According to the official schedule released by the US Department of State, the meeting is scheduled for 10 am local time in Washington. The discussions are expected to focus on bilateral relations, regional security, and broader international issues of mutual interest.
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The meeting comes at a time when Pakistan US Ties is increasing its diplomatic outreach regarding developments in the Middle East. Reports suggest Islamabad has been attempting to position itself as a possible communication bridge between Washington and Tehran amid rising regional tensions.
Ishaq Dar’s visit to the United States is being viewed as strategically important, especially since it follows a series of high-level diplomatic interactions involving major global powers.
Diplomatic observers believe the talks could mark another effort by both countries to strengthen communication channels after years of fluctuating ties.
Pakistani officials familiar with the discussions indicated that strengthening security cooperation and improving economic engagement will remain central topics during the meeting. Regional developments in South Asia and West Asia are also expected to be reviewed in detail.
The visit is relatively short, with Dar expected to return to Islamabad after completing his official engagements in Washington.
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Before arriving in the US, Ishaq Dar reportedly held discussions in New York with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. The talks reportedly focused on regional peace, multilateral cooperation, and support for a rules-based international order.
The Washington meeting has gained further attention because it comes shortly after Marco Rubio concluded a diplomatic visit to India, where he participated in the Quad foreign ministers’ meeting involving India, the United States, Japan, and Australia.
During the visit, Rubio emphasized strengthening US-India ties and expanding strategic cooperation. The timing of his subsequent engagement with Pakistan has therefore attracted close global scrutiny as Washington balances its regional partnerships across South Asia.
