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Islamabad: Sardar Masood Khan, former President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, has described the recent easing of tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing diplomatic engagements as a significant breakthrough, underscoring Pakistan\u2019s emergence as a credible and proactive mediator in the evolving US-Iran dynamic.<\/p>\n
According to Kashmir Media Service, reflecting on the latest developments, Masood Khan, in a statement, said that while both Washington and Tehran have attached conditions to maritime movement, the resumption of commercial shipping has already eased global economic anxieties, particularly by stabilizing oil prices and restoring confidence in international markets.<\/p>\n
He emphasized that this progress is not incidental but the result of sustained and strategic diplomatic efforts by Pakistan, highlighting the active role played by Pakistan\u2019s leadership in maintaining dialogue and building trust between the two adversaries.<\/p>\n
He pointed to Pakistan\u2019s high-level diplomatic outreach across the region, including engagements with Tehran, Riyadh, Doha, and Ankara, as instrumental in fostering a broader consensus for peace. He noted that Pakistan\u2019s approach has positioned the country not merely as a participant but as a stakeholder in regional peace and stability.<\/p>\n
He further observed that Pakistan\u2019s unique ability to maintain balanced relations with diverse global and regional actors\u2014including the United States, Iran, Gulf states, and China\u2014has enhanced its credibility as a neutral and effective mediator. This \u201cequidistant diplomacy,\u201d he said, has enabled Pakistan to bridge divides and facilitate communication at critical junctures.<\/p>\n
Looking ahead, he stressed the importance of translating diplomatic gains into long-term economic partnerships through structured agreements in trade, investment, and technology.<\/p>\n
Sardar Masood Khan concluded by describing the current moment as \u201chistoric,\u201d urging policymakers to seize the opportunity to consolidate Pakistan\u2019s diplomatic momentum. He expressed cautious optimism that continued engagement, supported by regional cooperation and responsible leadership, can lead to a comprehensive agreement between the United States and Iran, ultimately benefiting not only the region but the global community at large.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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