PM Imran Khan calls for enhanced Pakistan Iran cooperation

PM Imran Khan calls for enhanced Pakistan Iran cooperation with special focus on bilateral trade and economic relations.

Prime Minister expressed these views, while welcoming Iranian Foreign Minister Dr Javad Zarif, who called on him in Islamabad on Wednesday.

PM Imran Khan calls for enhanced Pakistan Iran cooperation

Imran Khan emphasized the need for enhanced bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Iran with special focus on bilateral trade and economic relations.

The prime minister said as Pakistan and Iran enjoyed close and cordial relations.

Furthermore, he said the two countries must further strengthen bilateral cooperation for mutual benefit.

He extended condolences over the loss of precious lives in Iran due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Moreover, he also shared Pakistan’s experience. Khan said the “smart lockdown” strategy and other measures taken by his government had led to significant containment of the pandemic in Pakistan.

He also underscored the need to work closely for promoting peace, security and development in the region.

The PM highlighted Pakistan’s efforts towards facilitating peace and stability in Afghanistan.

He said there was no military solution to the Afghan conflict.

The Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for the Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace process.

He hoped that the historic opportunity would be seized by all the Afghan parties to secure a political settlement.

The prime minister added that peace in Afghanistan would be beneficial for the entire region as it would create new opportunities for trade and economic cooperation as well as regional connectivity.

Meanwhile, Dr Javad Zarif conveyed personal greetings and commitment of President Hassan Rouhani to work closely with Prime Minister Imran Khan for further strengthening bilateral cooperation in diverse fields.

He also reaffirmed Iran’s steadfast support for the Kashmir cause.

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