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Pakistan to share list of 250 business houses with Egypt to enhance bilateral economic ties: Dar
News DeskNovember 30, 2025
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar shakes hand with Egyptian PM Badr Abdelatty at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Islamabad on Nov 30, 2025. — X/ForeignOfficePk
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar addresses a joint press briefing alongside Egyptian PM Badr Abdelatty in Islamabad on Nov 30, 2025. — ForeignOfficePk
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar addresses a media alongside Egyptian PM Badr Abdelatty (not pictured) in Islamabad on Nov 30, 2025. — DawnNewsTV
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Sunday that Pakistan will share a list of 250 business houses with Egypt to enhance bilateral commercial engagement.
He was speaking to the media alongside Egyptian PM Badr Abdelatty, who arrived in Islamabad last night for a two-day official visit.
During his visit, Abdelatty would discuss a wide agenda — from consultations on conflicts, including Gaza and Sudan, and the dispute over the Iranian nuclear programme, to ways of boosting economic cooperation.
Addressing a joint press conference in Islamabad, Dar said he and Abdelatty had a “very, very focused discussion” today on how their nations could contribute to elevating the business-to-business upscaling of the bilateral activities, which the deputy PM termed as “surely not commensurate”, with around $300 million.
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Ishaq Dar is a liar. He is just stating that because he knows that PA would be involved in such actions. He is exonerating himself right now to blame the army later when it happens.
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Firstly, I am not comfortable Pakistanis troops into Gaza but then it would not be just the Pakistani troops but also likely a chunk from non-Arab nations like Indonesia and even Turkey; I think Indonesia had offered 20,000 troops! So it is best the expat Pakistanis put their political bias to the side that Pakistan is out to appease America. There are geopolitical risks but they come with rewards.
As to the quoted part: Entirely believable. Disarming Gazans is nearly impossible for even Israel unless Israel is willing to pay a huge price in men and material. I see Pakistani and other Muslim countries troops placed in between the IDF and the Gazan population while on the Israeli side, there are reportedly 200 American troops to ensure Netanyahu doesn't get to start another major war--he might kill Gazans here and there based on 'intelligence' but no more his dream of cleaning up Gaza of all Palestinians and no more the 100-200 Gazans killed every day.
Finally, it is to be noted that the average Gazans/Palestinians themselves have accepted the new arrangement given their dire situation so what are the Pakistanis bitching about?!!
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Pakistan consults Turkiye, Iran on Gaza plan
Dar speaks with counterparts on humanitarian, stabilisation roles
Kamran Yousaf
December 22, 2025
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has intensified diplomatic consultations with key regional partners on President Trump's Gaza peace plan and its next phase that envisages among other things the deployment of multinational force in one of the world's most protracted hotspots.
On Sunday, Deputy Prime Minister and Foriegn Minister spoke to his Turkish and Iranian counterparts with focus on the Gaza peace plan.
Diplomatic sources told The Express Tribune that Islamabad is actively engaging friendly countries, particularly Türkiye and Iran, to exchange views on evolving ground realities in Gaza and explore avenues for humanitarian relief, ceasefire sustainability and longer-term stabilisation arrangements under an international framework.
The consultations come against the backdrop of recent remarks by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who revealed that Pakistan was among a handful of countries being approached for potential troop contributions to a future international stabilisation force for Gaza.
Rubio's statement, made during a media interaction, underscored Washington's assessment that Muslim-majority countries with professional armed forces and credibility in peacekeeping could play a constructive role in any post-war security mechanism.
However, Pakistani officials stress that while Islamabad remains open to discussions, it has drawn clear red lines.
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"Pakistan will not be part of any force mandated to disarm Hamas or engage in combat operations against Palestinian resistance groups," a senior official said, speaking on condition of anonymity.
"Any contribution, if at all, would be strictly within a UN-mandated framework, focused on stabilisation, protection of civilians and facilitation of humanitarian assistance."
The official added that Pakistan's long-standing position on Palestine, rooted in support for a two-state solution based on pre-1967 borders with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as the capital of an independent Palestinian state, remains unchanged. "Our approach is principled, not transactional," the official said.
These diplomatic signals were reflected in a series of high-level contacts over the weekend.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, during which the two leaders discussed the latest developments relating to Palestine and Gaza, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday.
The statement said both sides shared perspectives on evolving regional and international issues and underscored the importance of enhancing collaboration in trade, investment, connectivity and people-to-people exchanges.
They also reaffirmed their shared commitment to promoting regional peace, stability and development - language diplomats say carries particular weight in the context of Gaza.
Türkiye has been among the most vocal regional actors calling for an immediate ceasefire, unimpeded humanitarian access and an international protection mechanism for Palestinians.
"Any contribution, if at all, would be strictly within a UN-mandated framework, focused on stabilisation, protection of civilians and facilitation of humanitarian assistance."
The official added that Pakistan's long-standing position on Palestine, rooted in support for a two-state solution based on pre-1967 borders with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as the capital of an independent Palestinian state, remains unchanged. "Our approach is principled, not transactional," the official said.
These diplomatic signals were reflected in a series of high-level contacts over the weekend.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, during which the two leaders discussed the latest developments relating to Palestine and Gaza, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday.
The statement said both sides shared perspectives on evolving regional and international issues and underscored the importance of enhancing collaboration in trade, investment, connectivity and people-to-people exchanges.
They also reaffirmed their shared commitment to promoting regional peace, stability and development - language diplomats say carries particular weight in the context of Gaza.
Türkiye has been among the most vocal regional actors calling for an immediate ceasefire, unimpeded humanitarian access and an international protection mechanism for Palestinians.
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Pakistani officials say Ankara's views carry significance as discussions move toward possible post-conflict arrangements.
On the same day, Dar also spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi. The two leaders reviewed bilateral cooperation across various sectors and exchanged views on regional developments, the Foreign Office said. Both reaffirmed their resolve to work closely together for regional peace and development, while strengthening cooperation in trade, connectivity and people-to-people ties.
Diplomatic observers believe Islamabad's parallel outreach to both Ankara and Tehran highlights Pakistan's intent to remain aligned with key regional stakeholders while carefully navigating the sensitivities surrounding Gaza.
Iran-backed groups, including Hamas, remain a central factor in the conflict's dynamics, making Pakistan's red lines particularly significant.
"Pakistan has a strong peacekeeping track record, but Gaza is politically and militarily far more complex than traditional UN missions," said another official.
"Islamabad is signalling willingness to contribute to stability, but not at the cost of being seen as enforcing an agenda against Palestinians."
Pakistan is one of the largest contributors to UN peacekeeping operations globally, with tens of thousands of troops having served in conflict zones across Africa and elsewhere.
This experience has made Islamabad a frequent candidate in discussions on international stabilisation forces. Yet officials insist that Gaza presents unique challenges, including the absence of a comprehensive political settlement and the risk of mission creep.
Sources say Pakistan's consultations are also focused on ensuring that any future international force is genuinely neutral, operates with the consent of Palestinians, and is part of a broader political process leading to a viable Palestinian state, not a substitute for it.
On the same day, Dar also spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi. The two leaders reviewed bilateral cooperation across various sectors and exchanged views on regional developments, the Foreign Office said. Both reaffirmed their resolve to work closely together for regional peace and development, while strengthening cooperation in trade, connectivity and people-to-people ties.
Diplomatic observers believe Islamabad's parallel outreach to both Ankara and Tehran highlights Pakistan's intent to remain aligned with key regional stakeholders while carefully navigating the sensitivities surrounding Gaza.
Iran-backed groups, including Hamas, remain a central factor in the conflict's dynamics, making Pakistan's red lines particularly significant.
"Pakistan has a strong peacekeeping track record, but Gaza is politically and militarily far more complex than traditional UN missions," said another official.
"Islamabad is signalling willingness to contribute to stability, but not at the cost of being seen as enforcing an agenda against Palestinians."
Pakistan is one of the largest contributors to UN peacekeeping operations globally, with tens of thousands of troops having served in conflict zones across Africa and elsewhere.
This experience has made Islamabad a frequent candidate in discussions on international stabilisation forces. Yet officials insist that Gaza presents unique challenges, including the absence of a comprehensive political settlement and the risk of mission creep.
Sources say Pakistan's consultations are also focused on ensuring that any future international force is genuinely neutral, operates with the consent of Palestinians, and is part of a broader political process leading to a viable Palestinian state, not a substitute for it.
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For now, Islamabad appears to be keeping its options open, balancing international expectations with domestic sentiment and its historical stance on Palestine. As one official put it: "Pakistan will support peace in Gaza, but peace cannot be built by sidelining Palestinian aspirations or by imposing solutions at gunpoint."
The coming weeks are expected to see further diplomatic engagement as regional and global players debate the contours of a post-war Gaza and whether an international stabilisation force can realistically deliver security without deepening existing fault lines.
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, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, will arrive in Islamabad on an official visit to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan 
later this week, likely on the 26th of December 2025.
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UAE President Al Nahyan to make first official visit to Pakistan on Dec 26: FO
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December 24, 2025
The President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, will arrive in Pakistan for an official visit on December 26 (Friday), according to a statement from the Foreign Office (FO) issued on Wednesday.
This will be the second time the Emirati president will visit Pakistan this year, having met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Rahim Yar Khan in January. However, Friday’s trip, according to the FO, will be his first official visit as president.
According to the statement, President Al-Nahyan will review the entire spectrum of bilateral relations with PM Shehbaz and the pair will “exchange views on regional and international issues of mutual interest”.
“The visit will provide an important opportunity to further strengthen the longstanding brotherly relations between Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates,” the FO said.
The FO added that the visit reflects the depth of bilateral relations between both nations and their shared commitment to bolster collaboration in key areas, including trade, investment, energy, development and regional stability.
Pakistan and the UAE share close diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties, strengthened by historical connections and a large Pakistani expatriate community in the Emirates.
The UAE is one of Pakistan’s largest trading partners and a key source of remittances, with thousands of Pakistanis working in various sectors. Both countries collaborate on defence, energy, and investment projects, with the UAE frequently providing financial aid and humanitarian assistance to Pakistan.
In April this year, Pakistan and the UAE signed and exchanged multiple memoranda of understanding (MoU) to further strengthen bonds between the people of both nations.
Two of the MoUs were for cooperation in the field of culture and the establishment of a joint committee for consular affairs, according to the report.
The third MoU was signed between the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry and the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry for the establishment of the UAE-Pakistan Joint Business Council.
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UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan undertakes first official visit to Pakistan
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December 26, 2025
United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan reached Islamabad on Friday on his first official day-long visit to Pakistan.
This is the second time the Emirati president is visiting Pakistan this year, having met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Rahim Yar Khan in January. However, Friday’s trip is his first official visit as president, according to the Foreign Office.
President Al Nahyan was received by PM Shehbaz at the Nur Khan airbase.
Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir greeted the Emirati president as well, televised footage showed. Also present to welcome the president was Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
Upon his arrival, President Al Nahyan was presented with a 21-gun salute from a contingent of the armed forces at an official reception held in his honour, state-run Radio Pakistan reported.
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