Pakistan has confirmed that talks between the United States and Iran are expected to resume next week, according to a statement from the country's foreign office. The announcement comes after the two nations signed a memorandum of understanding last week aimed at restoring peace in West Asia.
Mediation Efforts Continue
In a statement issued late on Wednesday, Pakistan’s Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said that “parties are on the table” and that the process was ongoing. He noted that the talks would likely restart on Tuesday, describing the current pause as a “temporary gap” rather than a break.
“Our delegation was there in Burgenstock for the 22nd June talks. I understand that our delegation will also be there when the talks resume next week,” Andrabi said, adding that the expected resumption is a “positive development.”
Technical-Level Talks in Switzerland
Earlier this week, the US and Iran engaged in technical-level discussions in Burgenstock, Switzerland, with Pakistan and Qatar serving as mediators. Pakistan has signed the memorandum as a “guarantor.” The talks resulted in an agreement on a 60-day roadmap toward a final peace deal.
Neither the United States nor Iran has yet commented on the possible resumption of talks.
Background of the Memorandum
The memorandum of understanding, signed last week, is intended to de-escalate tensions and establish a framework for negotiations. The roadmap outlines steps to be completed within 60 days, with Pakistan and Qatar facilitating dialogue.
Andrabi emphasized that the talks are continuing and that the gap is not a breakdown. “Basically, this is a temporary gap, and it is not as such a break,” he said.
