Pakistan’s Foreign Office (FO) has said that the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and the Lake Lucerne Summit between the United States and Iran reaffirm the importance of diplomacy as the best path to resolving international conflicts.
Speaking at the weekly media briefing in Islamabad, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said Pakistan remains committed to promoting peace through dialogue and welcomed the international recognition of its diplomatic efforts.
“The Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding and the Lucerne Summit reinforce our faith in dialogue and diplomacy as the most effective means for the peaceful settlement of disputes and conflicts,” Andrabi said.
Pakistan’s Mediation Efforts Recognised
Pakistan has played a central role in mediation efforts since the conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran began in late February, a crisis that disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and triggered global energy market volatility.
According to the Foreign Office, several countries and international partners have praised Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting regional peace, de-escalation and dialogue.
Andrabi said the international recognition reflects growing confidence in Pakistan’s diplomatic engagement and commitment to regional and global stability.
He also thanked Pakistan’s media for maintaining professionalism and respecting the confidentiality required during sensitive diplomatic negotiations.
Progress on the Islamabad MoU
The spokesperson outlined key understandings reached during the Lake Lucerne Summit in Switzerland regarding the implementation of the Islamabad MoU.
According to the Foreign Office, the parties agreed to:
- Establish a High-Level Committee for political oversight of the peace process.
- Develop a roadmap to achieve a final peace agreement within 60 days.
- Create direct communication channels to prevent misunderstandings and ensure the safe movement of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Establish a de-confliction cell involving the United States, Iran and the Lebanese government to reduce military tensions.
Pakistan and Qatar will continue working alongside American and Iranian technical teams to implement the agreement in the coming weeks.
Efforts to Free Pakistani Seafarers
The Foreign Office also provided an update on the 11 Pakistani crew members of the vessel MT Honour 25, who have been held hostage by Somali pirates since April 21.
Andrabi said Pakistan has launched an intensive diplomatic and humanitarian campaign to secure their release.
He confirmed that:
- Pakistan remains in close contact with Somali authorities.
- Officials from Pakistan’s Embassy in Djibouti have travelled to Somalia for discussions.
- Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has personally spoken with Somalia’s foreign minister.
- An inter-ministerial coordination mechanism has been established to oversee rescue efforts.
- Pakistan is seeking assistance from friendly countries, humanitarian organisations, local NGOs and human rights activist Ansar Burney.
Calling the issue deeply emotional, Andrabi said the government understands the pain of the affected families and will continue pursuing every possible diplomatic and humanitarian avenue for the safe return of the hostages.
