London: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar met several British Pakistani Members of Parliament in London.
Meeting with British Pakistani MPs
He held meetings with MPs Mohammad Yasin, Tahir Ali, Imran Hussain, Ayub Khan, and Adnan Hussain. The discussions focused on strengthening Pakistan-UK relations through community engagement and political cooperation.
Dar praised the positive role of the British Pakistani community. He said their contributions in politics, business, and culture have deepened the historic partnership between the two countries.
Cultural and Historical Bonds
The foreign minister highlighted the strong cultural and historical ties between Pakistan and the United Kingdom. He said the presence of a vibrant and dynamic diaspora community makes these relations stronger.
Dar stressed that the Pakistani community in Britain acts as a bridge between the two nations. He said they promote mutual understanding, cultural exchange, and people-to-people links.
Importance of Diaspora
He appreciated the MPs for representing the Pakistani diaspora in the UK Parliament. He said their active role strengthens bilateral cooperation in multiple fields, including trade, investment, and cultural diplomacy.
Dar also emphasized the importance of maintaining regular dialogue between parliamentarians of both sides. He said such meetings create opportunities for collaboration and enhance trust.
Strategic Outlook
Analysts see this engagement as part of Pakistan’s broader foreign policy strategy. Strengthening ties with the UK remains important due to shared values, economic interests, and the large diaspora community.
Officials said both sides will continue to explore new opportunities to expand relations. The meeting highlighted Pakistan’s efforts to use diaspora diplomacy as a tool for building stronger global partnerships.
