By Anzal Amin
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister (DPM/FM), Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Friday held a telephonic conversation with the Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation, Sergey Lavrov.
During the interaction, reiterating the importance of maintaining regular high-level engagements, both the dignitaries discussed rescheduling of the visit of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Russia at an early mutually convenient date. The DPM/FM also extended an invitation to FM Lavrov to visit Pakistan, a DPM’s Office news release said.
The two leaders discussed bilateral relations and cooperation at multilateral fora in support of international peace & security.
FM Lavrov appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in facilitating dialogue between Iran and the United States.
The DPM/FM underscored Pakistan’s resolve to continue contributing to efforts aimed at promoting dialogue and diplomacy to resolve all issues.
Both sides agreed to remain in touch.
