Islamabad: U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Paul Kapur, called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday. During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on bilateral relations and regional developments.

Ishaq Dar appreciated President Trump's vision for peace, the Iran-U.S. ceasefire understanding, and the visit of U.S. Vice President JD Vance to Pakistan (April 11-12). He reiterated Pakistan's commitment to resolving issues through dialogue and diplomacy.

Expressing satisfaction over the current momentum in Pakistan-U.S. relations, the DPM/FM welcomed growing engagement between the two countries and the expansion of cooperation across multiple fields. He also underscored the importance of regular high-level exchanges and sustained structured dialogue.

Assistant Secretary Kapur appreciated Pakistan's role in regional mediation and noted the positive trajectory in bilateral relations.

Both sides agreed to further strengthen collaboration in trade, investment, and development.