Iranian president appreciates Pakistan’s peace mediation role
The appreciation came during a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday, which lasted more than thirty minutes. It was the first direct contact between the two leaders after the signing of the historic Islamabad Peace Deal.
President Pezeshkian expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for their sincere and effective role in supporting the mediation process. He said Pakistan’s efforts would always be remembered by Iran.
He also conveyed goodwill for the people of Pakistan and expressed Iran’s desire to further strengthen bilateral relations in all areas of mutual interest, including trade, diplomacy, and regional cooperation.
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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call from His Excellency Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, this afternoon, that lasted over thirty minutes.
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In response, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated the Iranian president, leadership, and people on the successful peace agreement. He said the deal would help promote regional peace and stability. The prime minister added that the agreement would also support Iran’s reconstruction efforts and further deepen Pakistan–Iran relations in multiple sectors.
He also conveyed respectful regards to Iran’s Supreme Leader and praised Iran’s decision to move forward with the peace accord. He expressed hope for continued progress in the next phase of negotiations.
Shehbaz Sharif assured Iran of Pakistan’s continued support as a close neighbour and brotherly country in efforts aimed at regional peace and cooperation. Both leaders agreed to strengthen diplomatic ties further and decided to arrange mutual visits in the near future to enhance collaboration on regional and bilateral issues.
