The Iran-Pakistan talks in Islamabad gained momentum as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met the Chief of Army Staff and the Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir during a high-level visit to Pakistan’s capital.
The meeting, confirmed by the Iranian Embassy, focused on bilateral relations, security cooperation, national security issues and the evolving regional situation.
Iranian Foreign Minister held talks with Field Marshal in Islamabad to discuss Pakistan-Iran relations, defence cooperation and regional stability. Iranian state media said Araghchi carried Tehran’s formal response to earlier proposals presented by Pakistan’s army chief.
The first major working session of Araghchi’s visit brought together senior officials from both countries.
Pakistan’s side included DG ISI and National Security Adviser Asim Malik and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. Iran’s delegation included Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi, Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam and Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei Hamaneh.
Both sides agreed to continue consultations aimed at strengthening defence and diplomatic ties while supporting regional peace and stability.
Iran Delivers Formal Response to Pakistan Proposals
Iranian state media reported that Araghchi carried Tehran’s “comprehensive” response to proposals previously presented by Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir.
The details of the proposals were not made public, but the response reportedly included Iran’s observations on discussions already held with Pakistani officials.
Araghchi was received in Islamabad by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Field Marshal Munir and other senior officials, underlining the importance of the visit.
The Islamabad meetings are taking place as US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner head to Pakistan for possible engagement with Iranian representatives.
The White House said the envoys would hold an “in-person conversation,” but Iranian state media said direct negotiations were not planned. That leaves the format of any US-Iran contact uncertain.
The diplomatic push comes amid pressure to stabilise the wider Middle East conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global oil and LNG shipments.
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Pakistan is involved because it has direct regional stakes and working channels with Iran, while also maintaining contact with Western powers. The current visit shows Islamabad acting as a bridge for security consultations and possible indirect diplomacy.
What is the importance of the Strait of Hormuz?
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important energy routes. Any disruption can affect oil and LNG supplies, raising prices and increasing pressure on global markets.
No. US officials have signalled planned engagement, but Iranian state media says direct negotiations are not currently on the cards. That means any contact may remain indirect or exploratory.
As the Iran-Pakistan talks in Islamabad continue, the next key test will be whether Pakistan-hosted consultations can move from security dialogue toward a clearer regional de-escalation framework.
