ISLAMABAD — Pakistan and the United States on Tuesday agreed to promote closer exchanges between think tanks and academic institutions to deepen mutual understanding and encourage dialogue on regional and international issues. The understanding was reached during a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar and former US assistant secretary of state for South Asian affairs Ambassador Robin Raphel, according to a statement issued by the Foreign Office.
Ambassador Robin Raphel, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for South Asian Affairs, called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 today. Discussions covered matters of mutual interest.
The DPM/FM appreciated the positive… pic.twitter.com/dgjjmNvM4Q — Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) November 10, 2026 The statement said the two sides discussed matters of mutual interest. Dar appreciated the positive trajectory of Pakistan-US relations and underscored the importance of sustained engagement to further strengthen bilateral cooperation. Both sides agreed to encourage closer exchanges between think tanks and academic institutions in the two countries to promote mutual understanding and dialogue on regional and international issues.