Istanbul:The United Kingdom has commended Pakistan’s efforts to promote regional peace and stability. UK’s Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband made these remarks during a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in Istanbul today.

According to Radio Pakistan, the meeting included discussions on evolving regional and international developments, emphasizing the importance of dialogue, diplomacy, and continued engagement.

The two sides expressed satisfaction with Pakistan-UK bilateral relations and agreed to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest. The Deputy Prime Minister appreciated the UK’s constructive engagement with the R-4 group, which includes Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt, alongside Germany, France, and Italy, in support of regional peace and stability.