Pakistan and Iran Vow to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation

Islamabad. Pakistan and Iran have expressed their determination for regional peace, dialogue and diplomacy, and have pledged to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in various fields, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Wednesday.

Shortly after bidding farewell to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Prime Minister Sharif issued a statement saying that they had a cordial discussion focused on regional stability, bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest.

According to Prime Minister Sharif, this was the first meeting after the conclusion of the first phase of technical talks held in Bergenstock, Switzerland, following the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran in Islamabad.

Prime Minister Sharif confirmed that both sides reiterated their shared commitment to promoting peace and stability in the region and emphasized the importance of resolving outstanding issues through dialogue and diplomacy.

He reiterated Pakistan's commitment to working closely with Tehran for peace, progress and prosperity, and thanked the Iranian leadership for trusting Pakistan as a friendly neighbor and mediator.

It is understood that both sides have agreed to expand cooperation to further strengthen the long-standing relationship between Pakistan and Iran in all areas of mutual interest.