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Iran has agreed to allow 20 Pakistani-flagged ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said, describing the move as a step toward peace and regional stability.
Under the arrangement, two Pakistani ships will cross the strategic waterway each day, Dar said in statements and a post on X.
Dar said the decision by Iran was a “welcome and constructive gesture” and a “harbinger of peace.”
“This positive announcement marks a meaningful step toward peace and will strengthen our collective efforts in that direction,” he said.
He added that the move would help usher stability in the region and support broader efforts toward de-escalation.
Dar also emphasized that “dialogue, diplomacy, and such confidence-building measures are the only way forward.”
Pakistan has been acting as a mediator in negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, a role confirmed by U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff.
In recent weeks, Iran had already allowed the transit of several vessels linked to Pakistan.
The new agreement expands that arrangement, allowing additional Pakistani-flagged ships to pass through one of the world’s most critical maritime routes.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a key chokepoint for global trade, and the decision is being framed by Pakistani officials as part of ongoing efforts to reduce tensions in the region.
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