China has praised Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts in facilitating the Iran–United States peace process, describing the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) as a significant step toward regional peace and stability. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi congratulated Pakistan’s leadership and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar for their successful mediation efforts.
According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, Wang Yi commended Pakistan’s continuous diplomatic engagement, active mediation, and commitment to promoting peace through dialogue. The appreciation came during a telephone conversation between the two foreign ministers, where both sides reviewed the latest developments in the Iran–US peace negotiations.
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar briefed his Chinese counterpart on the progress achieved under the Islamabad MoU. He revealed that a high-level oversight committee has been established to supervise the implementation of the agreement and ensure that negotiations move forward smoothly.
Dar also informed Wang Yi that three specialized working groups have been formed to address key issues, including the nuclear programme, economic sanctions, and monitoring and dispute resolution. These groups are expected to complete their work within 60 days, paving the way for a comprehensive and long-term peace agreement.
During the conversation, Ishaq Dar thanked China for its continued support for regional peace initiatives and acknowledged President Xi Jinping’s Four-Point Peace Proposal as well as the Pakistan-China Five-Point Peace Initiative, both of which encourage dialogue and peaceful conflict resolution.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reaffirmed Beijing’s unwavering support for Pakistan’s mediation efforts and stressed that disputes should always be resolved through peaceful negotiations in accordance with the United Nations Charter. He emphasized China’s commitment to promoting stability, development, and cooperation across the region.
Separately, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun described the Islamabad MoU as a “positive signal” and called on all parties to effectively implement and safeguard the agreement. He reiterated that China consistently supports dialogue over conflict and opposes the use or threat of force in resolving international disputes.
Guo also reaffirmed China’s support for Iran’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national dignity while encouraging stronger relations between Iran and neighboring Gulf countries to enhance regional cooperation.
The Islamabad MoU, reached through Pakistan’s mediation, establishes a framework for continued negotiations, confidence-building measures, and technical discussions aimed at ending hostilities, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and promoting lasting peace in the Middle East.
Pakistan and China concluded their discussions by reaffirming their shared commitment to supporting diplomatic solutions, strengthening regional cooperation, and working together for sustainable peace, shared development, and long-term prosperity.
