Islamabad, April 28 (QNA) - Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon have held a telephone conversation to discuss the evolving situation in the Middle East, according to officials.

During the call on Tuesday, Luxon acknowledged Pakistan's recent diplomatic efforts aimed at facilitating dialogue between the United States and Iran, as well as promoting regional stability.

Sharif, for his part, briefed his New Zealand counterpart on Islamabad's ongoing diplomatic outreach to support de-escalation and encourage peace in the region.

Both leaders emphasized the importance of diplomatic engagement in addressing tensions and maintaining stability across the Middle East. (QNA)