Islamabad : Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community Abroad, and African Affairs, Mr. Ahmed Attaf, received a phone call this afternoon from Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Mr. Muhammad Ishaq Dar.
On this occasion, both sides affirmed the strong political will of the leaderships of both countries to develop Algerian-Pakistani relations and elevate them to the highest possible levels.
The two ministers also discussed developments in the Indian subcontinent, with Minister Ahmed Attaf reaffirming Algeria’s position calling for the necessity of preserving the foundations of security and stability in the region by embracing dialogue and diplomacy and seeking to resolve disputes through peaceful means.
Pakistani side shared , Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister (DPM/FM), Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation with the Foreign Minister of Algeria, Ahmed Attaf.
The DPM/FM apprised him of the evolving regional situation and heightened tensions arising from India’s inflammatory rhetoric and its unilateral measures against Pakistan, including holding the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance, a DPM’s Office news release said.
Algerian Foreign Minister, Attaf emphasized the importance of restraint and the need for de-escalation by both sides. He reaffirmed Algeria’s commitment to coordinate and cooperate with Pakistan within the framework of the UN Security Council.
The two leaders also agreed to further strengthen bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors, including economy, trade, and defence.