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Pakistan declared a two-day public holiday in Islamabad ahead of high-level talks between the United States and Iran scheduled this weekend. Authorities cited security arrangements as the likely reason, while essential services will remain operational. US Vice President JD Vance is expected to lead the American delegation as Pakistan hosts negotiations following a recent ceasefire announcement.

Pakistan has declared a two-day public holiday in the capital, Islamabad, ahead of crucial diplomatic talks expected between the United States and Iran later this week.

According to a notification issued by the Islamabad district administration, public holidays have been announced for Thursday and Friday across the Islamabad Capital Territory. While the official notice did not cite a specific reason, the move is understood to be linked to heightened security arrangements ahead of high-level diplomatic engagements.

Authorities clarified that the holiday order applies only to the Islamabad Capital Territory, and essential services will continue to function normally. In a statement posted on X, the deputy commissioner’s office advised residents to plan their schedules accordingly, assuring that emergency and essential operations would remain uninterrupted.

The announcement comes as Pakistan prepares to host delegations from Washington and Tehran for negotiations related to the ongoing Middle East tensions. The White House confirmed that JD Vance will lead the American delegation to Islamabad for talks scheduled over the weekend.