ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar has left for Beijing on a three-day official visit. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) confirmed the departure in a statement issued on Monday.
Dar’s visit comes amid rising regional tensions following the recent Pahalgam incident in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). The visit signals deepening diplomatic engagement between Pakistan and China.
High-Level Talks Planned
During his stay in Beijing, Dar will hold in-depth talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. He will also meet senior Chinese officials, including leaders of the Chinese Communist Party.
The discussions will cover a broad range of issues, including regional security, economic cooperation, and China-Pakistan strategic ties.
According to MOFA, the visit is part of regular high-level exchanges. It reflects the strong and time-tested bond between the two nations.
China Reaffirms Support
China has recently reaffirmed its support for Pakistan. The Chinese ambassador in Islamabad described the Pakistan-China relationship as one between “ironclad brothers.” He added that both nations have stood by each other in difficult times.
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This support became more vocal during the latest military confrontation between Pakistan and India. The escalation followed a deadly attack in IIOJK last month, where 26 tourists were killed. India blamed Pakistan without presenting evidence.
Pakistan Responds with Military Action
In response to Indian aggression, Pakistan launched “Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos.” The military targeted Indian installations across multiple regions. Officials said the strikes were “precise and proportionate.”
The Pakistan Air Force downed six Indian jets, including three Rafales, and destroyed dozens of drones. After 87 hours of fighting, the war ended on May 10. A ceasefire was brokered by the United States.
Heavy Casualties in the Conflict
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Indian strikes killed 53 people inside Pakistan. The casualties included 13 military personnel and 40 civilians.
The military operation was in direct response to India’s continued violations across the Line of Control (LoC). New Delhi claimed it was targeting “terrorist hideouts,” but Pakistan rejected those claims and demanded proof.
Trilateral Talks in China
Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, will also arrive in China on May 20. He is expected to join a trilateral meeting with Pakistani and Chinese leadership. The dialogue aims to strengthen regional cooperation on peace and stability.
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