PM congratulates Iran’s newly-elected president

Dr Massoud Pezeshkian calls to deepen ties between the two nations

ISLAMABAD:

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation on Monday with Dr Massoud Pezeshkian, President-elect of the Islamic Republic of Iran, to extend his heartfelt congratulations on his victory in the recent Presidential elections.

The PM conveyed his good wishes to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei and congratulated both him and the people of Iran on the successful political transition achieved through the democratic process, according to a press release from the PM's Office.

Emphasising deep-rooted ties between Pakistan and Iran, PM Shehbaz highlighted their shared history, faith, culture, and traditions, which bind the two brotherly neighboring countries together.

Wishing the Iranian president-elect a successful tenure, PM Shehbaz  expressed his eagerness to work closely with him to further strengthen Pakistan-Iran relations and enhance bilateral cooperation in various fields, including trade, energy, and regional security.

He noted that the decisions made during the historic visit of the late president Ebrahim Raisi to Pakistan in April had laid a strong foundation for a mutually beneficial cooperative partnership between the two countries.

Dr Pezeshkian thanked the prime minister and expressed his desire to deepen ties between the two nations. The leaders also discussed regional issues and agreed to maintain close coordination and consultation.

The telephone conversation reflected the strong bonds of friendship and brotherhood between Pakistan and Iran, as well as their shared commitment to promoting peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.