Field Marshal Asim Munir’s visit to Iran marks an important and positive moment in Pakistan’s diplomacy. It reflects the growing role Pakistan is playing in regional affairs at a time when the wider Middle East, including parts of the Gulf and Lebanon, continues to face instability.Pakistan has actively contributed to facilitating dialogue between Iran and the United States. The Tehran engagement has helped maintain momentum in discussions and has supported efforts to move towards a more structured framework for negotiation between the two sides. Following the visit, a proposed draft was shared with both Iranian and American leadership for consideration, marking a shift from informal engagement towards a more formal stage of review.In this process, Pakistan’s credibility as a facilitator has been an important factor. The trust placed in Field Marshal Asim Munir by both sides has strengthened its ability to maintain communication channels and support diplomatic progress at a sensitive time.This diplomatic role is closely linked with Pakistan’s internal institutional coordination. The strong alignment between the civilian government and the military leadership has enabled a more unified external policy approach. This coordination has already been visible in earlier discussions held in Islamabad, where efforts were made to bridge differences and keep negotiations on track.At the same time, Pakistan’s recent security experience provides important context. Tensions with India escalated into a military confrontation, after which Pakistan’s response under Field Marshal Asim Munir’s leadership influenced........

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