ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met visiting Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni on Tuesday, during which the Iranian minister conveyed a message of goodwill from the Iranian president and both sides discussed regional developments, bilateral cooperation and efforts to promote peace and stability.
The meeting took place at the Prime Minister’s House, where Prime Minister Shehbaz welcomed the Iranian delegation and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening its longstanding ties with Iran.
The two leaders held detailed discussions on expanding bilateral cooperation, enhancing economic and trade relations, and promoting regional collaboration. Prime Minister Shehbaz emphasized that Pakistan seeks to elevate its relationship with Iran through stronger economic engagement and closer diplomatic coordination.
Regional security and the evolving situation in the Middle East also featured prominently in the talks. Both sides exchanged views on the current regional tensions and underscored the importance of dialogue and diplomatic engagement to promote peace and stability.
The meeting also focused on strengthening cooperation in border security, counterterrorism, and efforts to curb cross-border smuggling, with both countries agreeing to enhance coordination between their respective security institutions.
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Interior Minister Momeni reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining high-level exchanges and deepening cooperation to safeguard shared interests and contribute to regional stability.
During the meeting, the Iranian interior minister delivered a message from the Iranian leadership conveying goodwill and reaffirming Tehran’s desire to further strengthen relations with Pakistan.
Separately, Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni is also expected to hold a meeting with Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir during his visit to Pakistan to discuss security cooperation and regional developments.
