ISLAMABAD: Political analyst Zoon Ahmed Khan has highlighted Pakistan and China’s crucial roles in promoting stability and dialogue in the region on Tuesday.
Speaking on Pakistan TV’s The Newsroom with Sana Maqbool from Beijing, China, Zoon Ahmad Khan emphasized that both countries have long-term stakes in regional peace, connectivity and adherence to international law.
She said China and Pakistan have consistently supported regional efforts, including trilateral dialogues with Iran focused on peace.
“We are members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and have spearheaded initiatives to reduce misunderstandings and improve dialogue,” the political analyst said.
On Pakistan’s role in the Middle East, Zoon said Pakistan has a security pact with Saudi Arabia, strong ties with neighbors like Iran, and has repeatedly pursued diplomacy and dialogue despite challenges.
“Pakistan, with a very balanced approach towards its neighbors and towards the Middle East region at large, is an excellent candidate; a country that can bring together the foreign ministers' dialogue,” she said, adding that, “You have Turkiye, Egypt, Saudi Arabia coming together, trusting Pakistan, again, because of Pakistan's track record and the way Pakistan has conducted itself for years”.
Zoon also praised China’s role in global peace initiatives.
“China promotes peace, connectivity, and dialogue through projects like the Belt and Road Initiative and multilateral mediation efforts. Its five principles of peaceful coexistence, central to its foreign policy, echo the spirit of the Bandung Movement and the rise of the Global South,” she said.
Highlighting Pakistan-China cooperation, Zoon Ahmad Khan said the strategic partnership, mutual trust and regional experience position both countries to facilitate positive developments.
“Pakistan previously played a key role in easing tensions between China and the US, demonstrating our capacity to act responsibly in times of global crises,” she added.
Zoon said the stakes are high, and all responsible countries must step up to prevent conflicts that could affect the world at large.
