Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has departed for a one-day official visit to China, defying medical advice after sustaining a shoulder fracture.
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar is on a one-day visit to China at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
According to the Foreign Office spokesperson, this marks Dar’s second visit to China this year, reflecting ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two countries.
DPM/FM Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 departed #Islamabad this morning for a one-day visit to #Beijing, #China, at the invitation of his counterpart, Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) March 31, 2026
Both leaders will review bilateral ties and discuss regional & global issues of mutual… pic.twitter.com/GTxPlk3KJh
The visit holds added significance as Ishaq Dar chose to travel despite being unwell. Doctors had advised him to rest due to a fracture in his right shoulder, but he decided to proceed with the trip against medical advice.
Discussions on bilateral and global issues
During the visit, Ishaq Dar and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi are expected to hold talks on bilateral, regional, and global matters. The Foreign Office spokesperson confirmed that issues of mutual interest will also be discussed during the meetings.
Iran to be on agenda
China’s foreign ministry has stated that the situation in Iran will be a key topic of discussion between the two foreign ministers.
Officials noted that Pakistan and China share similar positions on major international and regional issues, highlighting the importance of coordination on evolving geopolitical developments.
This visit underscores the continued close ties between Pakistan and China, with both countries maintaining regular high-level engagements. The discussions are expected to further strengthen cooperation and alignment on key regional challenges.
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