Pakistan, Oct. 9 -- A senior Vatican official has praised Pakistan's efforts to promote regional peace through dialogue and diplomacy. Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher made the remarks during a meeting with Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in Islamabad on Friday.

Gallagher serves as the Holy See's secretary for relations with states and international organisations. He is visiting Pakistan to mark 75 years of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and the Holy See.

According to Pakistan's Foreign Office, Dar welcomed the visiting archbishop and appreciated the Vatican's efforts to promote peace, interfaith harmony and dialogue. He also recognised the contributions of Pakistan's Catholic community, particularly in education and healthcare.

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