Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar spoke late last night with Egypt’s FM Badr Abdelatty, the Foreign Office says.

“The two leaders discussed the latest developments in the regional situation and welcomed the positive momentum in ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at promoting regional peace and stability,” it said.

They also “expressed hope that an early and constructive outcome in the ongoing engagement between the United States and Iran would be reached, contributing to lasting peace and stability in the region”.

Both sides also agreed to remain in close contact and continue consultations on matters of mutual interest, the FO noted.

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