"Under President Pezeshkian's leadership, we aim to
elevate our relationship with Pakistan. We recognize its significant role in
our foreign policy," Araghchi stated.
He further highlighted the importance of sustained dialogues
and interactions at the highest levels to capitalize on shared opportunities
while tackling common challenges.
Baloch, reflecting on mutual interests and concerns,
emphasized issues such as border security, drug trafficking, and illegal
migration.
"Pakistan is committed to advancing the relationship
with Iran. We aim for more robust cooperation both bilaterally and regionally
to manage these shared challenges," she explained.
The meeting also provided an opportunity for the diplomats
to discuss regional developments, including the situation in Afghanistan, Gaza,
Syria, and Lebanon.
Iran and Pakistan have historically maintained cordial ties.
They share deep cultural and historical links and routinely support each other
in international forums. Recent developments have further strengthened this
close partnership.
In early 2024, the two countries demonstrated impressive
diplomatic resolve by swiftly de-escalating border tensions through dialogue,
leading to the inking of important security and military agreements in the
ensuing months. Since then, significant efforts have been carried out to combat
cross-border terrorism and ensure the security of the Iran-Pakistan
border.
The visit of Major General Mohammad Bagheri, the chief of
staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, to Pakistan in early 2025 further solidified
the two nations’ commitment to security and military cooperation.
Economic collaboration has also seen positive momentum in recent
years, with several huge projects like the Iran-Pakistan (IP) Gas Pipeline
underway.
The visit of the late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to
Pakistan in April 2024 marked a new chapter in economic engagements, with
agreements signed to elevate bilateral trade to US$10 billion over the next
five years.
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