Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Ishaq Dar, on Saturday said that the Government of Iran has agreed to allow 20 additional Pakistan flagged ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, with two vessels set to transit the strait daily.
In a post on the social media platform X, formerly Twitter, Dar termed the development a “welcome and constructive gesture” by Iran.
The Deputy Prime Minister said that it deserved appreciation and reflected a positive step toward regional peace and stability.
On X, Ishaq Dar said, “I am pleased to share a great news that the Government of Iran has agreed to allow 20 more ships under the Pakistani flag to pass through the Strait of Hormuz; two ships will cross the Strait daily.”
Another diplomatic feat for Pakistan
He further added that the move would help strengthen collective efforts that are aimed at de escalation of the current situation and confidence building in the region.
The foreign minister emphasised that dialogue, diplomacy and such confidence building measures remain the only viable path forward.
He further described the announcement as a meaningful step toward ushering in greater stability in the region.
I am pleased to share a great news that the Government of Iran has agreed to allow 20 more ships under the Pakistani flag to pass through the Strait of Hormuz; two ships will cross the Strait daily.
— Ishaq Dar (@MIshaqDar50) March 28, 2026
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