Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with the Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan, Amir Khan Muttaqi on Tuesday.

According to a statement issued by Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan, both leaders expressed satisfaction with the pace of progress made by the two sides in bilateral relations since the DPM/ FM's visit to Afghanistan on 19 April 2025 ,with a focus on trade, connectivity, economic cooperation, people-to-people contacts, and reactivating political consultative mechanisms.

The two sides also agreed on the importance of maintaining high-level contacts for fostering long-term cooperation to promote peace and security in the region and beyond.

Ishaq Dar also briefed the Acting Afghan FM on recent provocation and illegal and unilateral measures by India against Pakistan, reiterating Pakistan's commitment to peace and safeguarding Pakistan's sovereignty.

Acting FM Muttaqi appreciated Pakistan's proactive steps to ease trade and facilitate travel, and extended an invitation to the DPM/FM to visit Afghanistan again. He conveyed prayers and best wishes for the Government and people of Pakistan.