London: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband in London, with discussions covering the entire spectrum of Pakistan-UK bilateral relations as well as regional and global issues.

According to the Foreign Office, delegation-level talks between the foreign ministries of Pakistan and the United Kingdom were also held during the meeting. Both sides agreed to establish a structured mechanism for formal consultations between the two ministries to regularly review cooperation across various sectors and progress on key issues.

Pakistan and the UK also agreed to maintain high-level engagement and close coordination on matters of mutual interest. The two sides discussed regional and global developments, including the situation in the Middle East.

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar briefed the British foreign secretary on Pakistan’s diplomatic and mediation efforts aimed at addressing developments in the Middle East.

The two officials also discussed developments concerning the Indus Waters Treaty between Pakistan and India. Ishaq Dar highlighted India’s continued violations of its international obligations and stressed the importance of adherence to international law and treaty commitments.

The deputy prime minister also expressed concern over security threats facing Pakistan from Afghan soil. Both sides agreed to maintain sustained engagement and close coordination to promote peace, stability and cooperation in the region.

During the meeting, the positive role of the Pakistani diaspora in further strengthening.