Pakistan and Norway Reaffirm Defense, Security, and Economic Ties

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Pakistan and Norway Reaffirm Defense, Security, and Economic Ties

Aug 13, 2026 | Latest News, Global Affairs

Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide completed high-level diplomatic engagements in Islamabad, marking the first official visit to Pakistan by a Norwegian foreign minister in a decade. During his two-day visit, Eide held bilateral talks with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and called on Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir.

Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral security and defense cooperation while expanding engagement across trade, technology, maritime affairs, and climate action.

Joint Press Stakeout: Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister H.E. Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Norway H.E. Mr. Espen Barth Eide @EspenBarthEide pic.twitter.com/3eLsqLo8Ec

— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) August 13, 2026

Defense Engagement and Regional Peace

In a meeting hosted at military headquarters, Field Marshal Asim Munir and Foreign Minister Eide reviewed matters of mutual strategic interest and regional stability.

Defense and Security Commitments: Both sides resolved to strengthen bilateral security channels and address shared security challenges.
Mediatory Role Praised: Foreign Minister Eide commended the Pakistan Armed Forces and civil leadership for facilitating dialogue in the regional US-Iran conflict, characterizing Islamabad’s facilitation efforts as a vital global service.
Trilateral Defense Pact: Eide welcomed the recently concluded defense arrangement between Pakistan, Türkiye, and Saudi Arabia signed in Makkah, noting Oslo’s close diplomatic ties with all three participating states.

Bilateral Trade, IT, and Economic Cooperation

In a joint press conference alongside Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, both ministers outlined key areas of economic alignment:

IT Sector Growth: DPM Dar highlighted that Pakistan’s technology exports to Norway have expanded more than five-fold over the past two years.
Corporate Joint Ventures: A major joint initiative in plant nutrition is underway between Norway’s Yara International and Pakistan’s Fauji Fertilizer Company.
Maritime and Shipbreaking: Both countries agreed to enhance cooperation regarding maritime trade, open sea lanes, and technical training for Pakistan’s shipbreaking industry under international maritime standards.
Labor Mobility and Diaspora: The discussions focused on creating structured, legal migration channels for skilled Pakistani workers to Norway while leveraging the active Pakistani diaspora residing in Norway.

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 held a restricted-format meeting with H.E. Mr. Espen Barth Eide @EspenBarthEide, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Norway.

DPM/FM warmly welcomed Foreign Minister Espen Eide to Pakistan.… pic.twitter.com/JsWI11khxq

— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) August 13, 2026

Diplomatic and Strategic Overview

Aspect	Summary
Visiting Foreign Minister	Espen Barth Eide (Norway)
Pakistani Counterparts	DPM/FM Ishaq Dar & Field Marshal Asim Munir
Key Agreements	Expansion of IT exports, joint fertilizer ventures, and maritime ship recycling compliance
Bilateral Consultations	Next round of Bilateral Political Consultations (BPC) scheduled for winter in Islamabad