Europe’s Top Diplomat Calls Pakistan a Major Regional Power — Here's What She Missed!

During her recent visit to Islamabad to co-chair the 8th EU Pakistan strategic dialogue, Kaja Kallas the EU high representative described Pakistan as a major regional power and important partner for Europe whose exports to the EU surpass those to the US and China. She praised Pakistan's key mediation role in US Iran talks stating that Islamabad has been the main mediator between the United States and Iran and its diplomatic efforts have helped prevent a return to full blown war on several occasions with these contributions much recognized and appreciated across Europe. Kaja Kallas highlighted that with this support a tenuous diplomatic opening now exists to extend the ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz yet any temporary understanding must lead to deeper talks on Iran's nuclear stockpile and critical issues. The EU stands ready to offer economic leverage nuclear expertise and direct engagement for lasting peace. This endorsement is vital as it elevates Pakistan's strategic role in Europe Pakistan ties boosts Islamabad mediation impact in the Middle East and underscores the need for sustained US Iran de-escalation to ensure regional stability and global energy security.