Pakistan

PM, Iranian president hold delegation-level talks in Islamabad

Hassan Rouhani arrived in the capital in bid to improve bilateral and economic ties with Pakistan

News Desk March 25, 2016

Rouhani is visiting Pakistan for the first time on invitation of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. PHOTO: TWITTER

Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Iranian President Hassan Rouhani held delegation-level talks in Islamabad on Friday, with special emphasis on the regional situation.

Rouhani arrived in the capital to hold talks with Pakistani leadership on improving relations and strengthening economic ties after sanctions were lifted from the Islamic republic by world powers.

During a one-on-one meeting, the two leaders discussed aspects of mutual ties with special reference to global issues, according to Radio Pakistan.

Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif held a one on one meeting with President of Iran Mr. Hassan Rouhani at PM House pic.twitter.com/FqmkjUK4MI
— PMLN (@pmln_org) March 25, 2016

Earlier, the Irani President was accorded a warm welcome upon arrival at the Prime Minister’s House and presented a guard of honour by a contingent representing armed forces of the three services.

Iranian president to visit Pakistan on Friday

PHOTO: TWITTER

PHOTO: TWITTER

PHOTO: TWITTER

The premier was assisted by Adviser on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz, Finance Minister Ishaq Dar, Water and Power Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif and Petroleum Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, among others.

Rouhani is visiting Pakistan for the first time on invitation of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.

"On way to Pakistan to discuss important regional and global issues and explore opportunities for constructive engagement," Rouhani tweeted.

On way to #Pakistan to discuss important regional &global issues & explore opportunities for #ConstructiveEngagement pic.twitter.com/mhW5N6BE9j
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) March 25, 2016

PM Nawaz received the Iranian president at Nur Khan Airbase as the foreign dignitary was given a 21-gun salute.

According to the foreign ministry, the lifting of sanctions on Iran following its nuclear deal with the West “has opened new avenues for enhancing economic interaction”.

The Iranian president would also discuss cooperation on regional and international issues during his two days visit, the ministry said.

A high-level delegation comprising of ministers, senior officials and businessmen are also accompanying him on his first visit to Pakistan.

Pakistan prepares for Rouhani’s visit as illicit trade continues

Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif visited Iran in May 2014 and in January this year to try to ease tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia cut diplomatic ties with Iran in early January after protesters burned Saudi diplomatic missions in Iran.

COMMENTS (8)

NHA | 8 years ago | Reply @abreez: Abreez, you are victim of falsification and enemy propaganda. Better change your social group and your reading list. This is not the way a gentleman will look at the world and its own country and leaders, if you are a Pakistani.

David | 8 years ago | Reply @ Salam & Abreez Guy, Remember it was 5+1 major countries not ANY third world countries were forced to negotiate for 22 months and last session negotiation lasted over 22 days in the row. Now tell me how much value your advice to Pakistan PM worth! Change your attitude about percentage learn from other countries not to NEED any percentage.

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abdullah | 8 years ago | Reply @abreez.u need a brain change .u got a verly low level when it comes to your brain.

Brainy Bhaijan | 8 years ago | Reply It would be interesting to see if he ends up meeting the COAS, because really that is what really matters here. If he does end up meeting him, then it can be taken into account, that the army is not siding with the Saudis in their sectarian war adventures.

Sodomite | 8 years ago | Reply Iran has all the cash and the brains. Pakistan has none. How fair will the trade be?

abreez | 8 years ago | Reply Everything with Iran depends on commission rates Iran will offer to bluff master as Chinese are giving 20%, Turkish are giving 20%, Arabs are giving 15%, Indian are giving 30%(because they have not very good relations with Pakistani Crown Prince). I think Iran should give 30% commission as Iran will face difficulties in its relations with Pakistani Crown Prince.

NHA | 8 years ago | Reply Iranian President comes at a time when an Indian Serving Navy Officer has been caught red handed plotting against Pakistan. Iran has responsibility and obligation not to permit any malignant activity against Pakistan from its soil whether done with its knowledge or without. It is right time to raise this matter at the highest level . There is nothing more precious than integrity of the state. No protocol or courtesy should come in the way of raising this issue.

Salman | 8 years ago | Reply Send some foreign office guy to receive him and make his rest of the delegation wait outside meeting venue. Tit for tat

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