ISLAMABAD – In a major diplomatic development, Türkiye has dispatched itstop foreign, defence, and intelligence officials to Pakistan for crucialtalks centered on a possible ceasefire framework in South Asia, with aparticular focus on Afghanistan’s volatile security landscape.
The high-level delegation, led by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan,Defence Minister Yasar Guler, and National Intelligence Organization (MIT)Chief Ibrahim Kalin, is expected to hold a series of closed-door meetingswith senior Pakistani officials, including counterparts from the foreignand defence ministries.
According to diplomatic sources, the talks aim to explore avenues forregional de-escalation and cooperation in stabilizing Afghanistan, wherecross-border tensions and militant activities have recently intensified.
Türkiye, which has positioned itself as a key mediator in severalinternational conflicts, is reportedly seeking to play a constructive rolein bridging communication between Islamabad, Kabul, and other regionalstakeholders.
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Analysts view the visit as part of Ankara’s broader strategy to strengthenits influence in South Asia and support Pakistan’s efforts to promote peaceand security in the region.
The outcomes of the discussions are expected to shape the next phase ofregional diplomacy concerning Afghanistan and broader South Asian stability.