ISLAMABAD: As many as 93% of Pakistanis support the country’s role in brokering a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, a snap poll conducted this week showed, with 75% saying it could lead to lasting peace.
The survey by Gallup Pakistan, carried out between Apr. 8-9, came as Islamabad prepared to host high-level talks between the two sides following weeks of an intense war in Iran that disrupted global energy markets and heightened regional tensions.
Pakistan played an active role in convincing the two sides to agree to a temporary ceasefire while inviting them over for peace talks.
“Public support is near unanimous, with 93% approving of Pakistan playing a mediating role in the conflict, including 72% who strongly approve,” the poll said.
Gallup said the findings were based on a nationally representative sample of around 1,000 adults interviewed via phone, with a margin of error of 2-3%.
The survey also found that 82% of respondents were aware of Pakistan’s ceasefire efforts, while 88% said the country should play an active role in mediating global conflicts.
A majority of respondents expressed optimism about the outcome, with three-quarters saying the ceasefire was likely to lead to lasting peace.
The results underscore broad domestic backing for Pakistan’s diplomatic engagement at a time when the government is seeking to leverage its role in easing tensions between Washington and Tehran.
