BRUSSELS – Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in a significant diplomatic engagement aimed at deepening defence cooperation and addressing evolving regional security challenges.
During the meeting at NATO headquarters, Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to peace and stability in South Asia, stressing that the country continues to confront threats linked to external militant support. He highlighted Pakistan’s ongoing counterterrorism efforts and reiterated that durable regional peace can only be achieved through sustained dialogue, mutual respect, and strategic collaboration.
Rutte praised Pakistan’s contributions to global security, acknowledging its role in countering terrorism and supporting regional peace. He noted that security developments in South Asia and Europe are increasingly interconnected, making stronger cooperation vital for long-term stability and economic progress.
The two sides also discussed broader global concerns, including climate change, geopolitical risks, and emerging defence priorities, while agreeing to expand institutional cooperation and strategic engagement.
Dar’s discussions in Brussels are part of a wider diplomatic outreach, ahead of his scheduled co-chairing of the 7th Pakistan-EU Strategic Dialogue—reflecting Islamabad’s commitment to strengthening its footprint in European security and diplomatic frameworks.
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