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Japan-Pakistan Foreign Ministers’ Telephone Call
April 6, 2026
On April 6, commencing at 4:45 p.m. for approximately 30 minutes, Mr. MOTEGI Toshimitsu, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, held a telephone call with H.E. Mr. Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Islamic State of Pakistan.
- Minister MOTEGI expressed his grave concern over the current deterioration of the situation in the Middle East and paid tribute to the mediation efforts Pakistan is making with relevant countries. Minister MOTEGI also explained Japan’s position that an early de-escalation of the situation is of utmost importance, as well as Japan’s efforts.
- Minister MOTEGI also brought up the importance of safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, for which he would like to work closely with Pakistan.
- In response, Deputy Prime Minister Dar explained Pakistan’s efforts under the current situation in the Middle East and stated that he would like to work with Japan for the de-escalation of the situation and the safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Both ministers concurred to continue close communication.