On March 31, 2026, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar in Beijing. The two sides exchanged in-depth views on current international and regional conflict issues.

Wang Yi noted that having just hosted the quadrilateral foreign ministers’ meeting in Islamabad, the Pakistani side wasted no time in coming to Beijing to hold joint discussions on ways to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East, and China welcomes this visit. Pakistan’s active mediation efforts to promote peace and end conflict reflect its firm commitment to safeguarding regional and global peace. Timely strategic communication and enhanced strategic coordination between China and Pakistan on major international and regional issues is exactly an inherent part of a China-Pakistan community with a shared future. China supports and expects Pakistan to play a unique and important role in de-escalating the situation and restoring peace talks. This process is not easy, but Pakistan’s mediation efforts serve the common interests of all parties. Only by achieving a ceasefire and stopping the fighting can we prevent the conflict from spreading, avoid more casualties, ensure the security of the Strait of Hormuz, and safeguard international energy security and the stability of production and supply chains. China stands ready to work with Pakistan to overcome difficulties, remove disruptions, quell the flames of war as soon as possible, create opportunities for peace, and open the window for peace talks.

Wang Yi stated that this year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Pakistan. Both sides should implement the important consensus reached by the heads of state of the two countries, strengthen high-level exchanges, deepen strategic mutual trust, expand practical cooperation, and continuously advance the building of a China-Pakistan community with a shared future.

Mohammad Ishaq Dar extended his congratulations on the successful conclusion of China’s national “two sessions” and the approval of the outline of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan, expressing confidence that China will achieve even greater success. He stated that the friendship between Pakistan and China is a precious asset deeply cherished by the people. Pakistan wishes to take the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations as an opportunity to carry forward the historical friendship, deepen all-round cooperation, and advance the Pakistan-China all-weather strategic partnership. He thanked China for supporting Pakistan’s mediation efforts regarding the situation in Iran, noting both countries are committed to regional peace and stability. Current conflicts are disrupting global energy supplies and severely impacting developing countries. Achieving peace is both a matter of justice and an urgent priority. Solutions can only be found at the negotiating table. Pakistan stands ready to enhance communication and coordination with China to encourage all parties to start peace talks as early as possible and restore regional peace.

‌The two sides jointly released the Five-Point Initiative of China and Pakistan For Restoring Peace and Stability in the Gulf and Middle East Region.