Islamabad: Pakistan’s capital is likely to host the next round of technical negotiations between the United States and Iran on July 11, according to diplomatic sources.
Although the venue has not been officially confirmed, Islamabad and the Bürgenstock resort in Switzerland remain under consideration, with the Pakistani capital currently viewed as the frontrunner.
The talks are expected to focus on Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions relief, and Iranian assets frozen abroad. Negotiators are also likely to discuss regional security, stability in the Strait of Hormuz, and measures to preserve the recently agreed ceasefire.
The negotiations will build on the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, which established a 60-day framework for Washington and Tehran to pursue a broader agreement covering Iran’s nuclear activities and other key issues.
The latest round of talks was postponed following funeral ceremonies for Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iranian officials are expected to announce the composition of their delegation once the ceremonies conclude.
During the delay, Pakistan and Qatar continued facilitating indirect contacts between the two sides, with discussions focusing on maritime security, freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, and maintaining the ceasefire.
The previous high-level negotiations were held at the Bürgenstock resort in Switzerland, where both sides reportedly agreed on a roadmap for future discussions covering nuclear restrictions, sanctions relief, maritime security, and regional de-escalation.
Despite reported progress, diplomatic sources caution that negotiations remain delicate due to ongoing tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Technical teams are expected to complete preparatory work before another round of high-level talks, which could reportedly take place in Doha later this month. An official announcement confirming the venue for the July 11 meeting is still awaited.
