Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has departed Islamabad for Manila, Philippines, to participate in the 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum Ministerial Meeting.

During the visit, he will participate in discussions on key regional and international political and security issues and reaffirm Pakistan's commitment to peace, stability, and dialogue in the Asia-Pacific region.

The Deputy Prime Minister will also hold bilateral meetings with participating foreign ministers and other dignitaries on the sidelines of the Forum.