Pakistan, Germany Reaffirm Strategic Partnership; Dar Engages Regional Counterparts in Brussels
— November 21, 2025
BRUSSELS (AIA) Pakistan and Germany have reiterated their resolve to deepen cooperation across key sectors including defence, economy, trade, investment, and education, during a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul at the EU Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum.
Dar appreciated Germany’s 114 million euros commitment for 2025–26, targeting climate action, sustainable development, and social protection in Pakistan, and extended an invitation for a high-level visit to Pakistan.
On the forum sidelines, Dar also held bilateral meetings with the foreign ministers of the Philippines and Sri Lanka, emphasizing stronger ties, multilateral collaboration, and expanded cooperation in trade, education, tourism, and defence.