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ISLAMABAD: Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said on Thursday that Pakistan continues to play a constructive mediatory role and remains committed to sincere dialogue aimed at promoting peace, security, and shared prosperity for all. He also rejected what he described as misleading international media reports, saying they had misrepresented recent remarks made by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi during his conversation with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister (DPM/FM) Ishaq Dar. “We remain firmly committed to the principles of diplomacy, respect for sovereignty, and meaningful international engagement as the pathway toward regional stability and global harmony,” the FO spokesperson stated while speaking at his weekly media briefing. READ MORE: Pakistan, China FMs discuss regional situation, Iran-US engagement efforts On May 14, DPM Dar spoke with Chinese FM Wang Yi and discussed in detail durable ceasefire and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and reviewed upcoming high-level exchanges marking 75 years of Pakistan–China relations. In the media coverage of this telephone conversation, he noted some reports suggested that the Chinese side urged Pakistan to enhance the mediation efforts, implying that Islamabad was being asked to “do more.” “News coverage by some local newspapers conveyed the same impression. I wish to place on record that such reports somewhat misrepresent the call, both in letter and in spirit.” The conversation was held with traditional warmth and cordiality, Andrabi said, emphasizing that Foreign Minister Wang Yi appreciated Pakistan’s constructive mediation role and expressed full support for its efforts. Pakistan is thankful for the support of China in this regard, he added. To a query, Tahir Andrabi said Pakistan supports the One China policy and considers Taiwan as an integral part of China. He stated that the dates for PM Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to Russia are still not finalized, noting decision to import subsidized oil from Russia will be taken by the federal government. He rubbished the reports that any back channel or track II or III diplomacy between Pakistan and India was going on. The visit of President Donald Trump to China is extremely important. Pakistan, like other countries, will keenly follow deliberations between the United States and China. We are supportive of their engagement, dialogue, and cooperation on all global matters. This visit is welcome. We wish the two sides very productive deliberations, he added. Pakistan categorically rejected the CBS News report regarding the presence of Iranian aircraft at Nur Khan Airbase, describing it as misleading, speculative, and disconnected from the factual context. He rejected the reports that a large number of Pakistanis were being deported from the United Arab Emirates. He added that Pakistan has cordial and close ties with the UAE. Following a saddening and disturbing terrorist attack on a Police post in Bannu, the Afghan Charge d’Affaires was summoned to the MoFA to deliver a strong demarche. Pakistan strongly condemned the cowardly terrorist attack on the Fateh Khel Police Post in Bannu on 9 May 2026, which resulted in the martyrdom of 15 police personnel and injuries to several others. Preliminary investigations, supported by technical intelligence and evidence, indicate that the attack was orchestrated by terrorists operating from Afghan soil. Pakistan reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to safeguarding national security and vowed to decisively eliminate all terrorist networks, facilitators, and enablers threatening the country’s peace and stability. As regards the ceasefire, the spokesperson remarked it is welcoming and gratifying that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran is holding. “We hope that it would continue to pave the way for dialogue and diplomacy and eventual settlement, and a sustainable solution to this crisis.” Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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