Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar held an important conversation today with Somalia’s Foreign Minister Abdisalam Ali to address the issue of Pakistani hostages on the MT Honor 25 ship. The discussion highlighted Pakistan’s deep concern for the safety of the hostages and emphasized the importance of ensuring their immediate release and safe return.
During their phone call, Deputy Prime Minister Dar underscored the importance of the hostages’ welfare and requested immediate action. In response, Foreign Minister Ali assured Dar of Somalia’s firm commitment to resolving the situation and that his government was making continuous efforts to facilitate the hostages’ freedom.
Both officials agreed to maintain open lines of communication, highlighting the importance of cooperation in addressing this critical situation. This conversation reflects the shared efforts between Pakistan and Somalia to prioritize the safe return of the hostages.