ISLAMABAD, MAY 4 (DNA): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Monday received the Deputy Foreign Minister of Norway Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik, and both sides discussed the evolving regional situation.

Deputy Prime Minister Dar underscored Pakistan’s continued efforts to promote engagement and dialogue for peace and stability in the region and beyond.

Kravik reiterated Norway’s support for Pakistan’s constructive role and its ongoing efforts toward a peaceful and durable resolution of the conflict.

Both sides also explored avenues to further strengthen bilateral relations and deepen engagement across diverse sectors of mutual interest.

Kravik conveyed an invitation from the Norwegian Foreign Minister to DPM Dar to participate in the Oslo Forum scheduled for next month, who expressed appreciation for the invitation.

Both sides agreed to remain in close contact on bilateral matters and issues relating to peace, stability, and development.=DNA