DPM affirms Pakistan’s right, capability to defend its territory, people

Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, met on Tuesday with the Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC), Liu Jianchao.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed regional situation following the ceasefire between Pakistan and India, and stressed adherence to the principles and purposes of the UN Charter and international law for maintaining regional peace and stability, according to a Foreign Office’s statement.

Appreciating China’s support to Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to a peaceful neighbourhood while affirming its right and capability to defend its territory and people.

Ishaq Dar underlined the need for the international community to take note of India’s unilateral and illegal decision to place the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) in abeyance.

He stressed that the resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, in accordance with UN Security Council resolutions, remains vital for lasting peace in South Asia. He appreciated IDCPC’s instrumental role in facilitating exchanges between the CPC and political parties of Pakistan.

In view of the 74th anniversary of the establishment of PakistanChina diplomatic ties being celebrated on 21 May 2025, both sides underlined the unique nature of the PakistanChina friendship and agreed to continue endeavouring for passing it on to the younger generation of the two countries.