Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi leaves for Iran

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi leaves for Iran today (Tuesday).

He had earlier completed a three-day official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi leaves for Iran

Prior to his departure, he released a video message.

The FM said that the visit will provide him an opportunity to discuss the regional situation with the Iranian leadership.

He further said that being the neighbor of Afghanistan, the Afghan peace process is also important for Iran just like Pakistan.

The Foreign Minister thanked the Iranian leadership’s categorical stance on Kashmir dispute.

He was referring to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.

Shah Mahmood Qureshi said the talks with Iranian leadership will also focus on promoting bilateral cooperation.

Moreover, he said both Pakistan and Iran have supported each other in difficult times.

Therefore, he vowed to endeavor to further strengthen the relationship.

During the visit, the Foreign Minister will hold delegation-level talks with Foreign Minister Zarif on the entire spectrum of bilateral relations.

However, both sides will focus on further deepening cooperation in diverse fields.

The two sides will discuss regional security situation including the latest developments in the Afghan Peace Process.

Besides, they will also discuss the Jammu & Kashmir dispute.

They will also deliberate on strengthening regional cooperation under the umbrella of Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO).

The Foreign Minister will also call on President Dr. Hassan Rouhani and Speaker of the Parliament Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.

Moreover, the Foreign Minister will also visit the city of Mashhad.

GTV