ISLAMABAD: Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Dr. Reza Amiri Moghaddam met Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Wednesday.
The meeting took place at the defense minister’s office in Islamabad.
The two sides discussed bilateral cooperation and matters of mutual interest.
Pakistan Reaffirms Strong Ties with Iran
During the meeting, Khawaja Asif reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening its long-standing ties with Iran.
He also stressed the importance of expanding cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
Pakistan and Iran share close historical and cultural links.
Both countries have also maintained regular diplomatic engagement on regional and bilateral issues.
Focus on Bilateral Cooperation
The meeting provided an opportunity to review areas where Pakistan and Iran can further expand cooperation.
Both sides discussed ways to strengthen bilateral engagement and promote shared interests.
The talks also reflected the continued efforts by Islamabad and Tehran to maintain close diplomatic contacts.
Pakistan has repeatedly stressed the importance of strong relations with neighboring countries.
Iran, meanwhile, has also expressed interest in expanding cooperation with Pakistan in several fields.
Pakistan-Iran Relations
The latest meeting comes amid increased diplomatic engagement between Pakistan and Iran.
Senior officials from both countries have held several meetings in recent months.
These contacts cover bilateral relations, security cooperation and regional developments.
Both sides continue to explore opportunities to deepen their partnership and support regional peace and stability.