Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar chaired an inter-ministerial meeting on Pakistan–Iran relations, focusing on strengthening economic and trade cooperation. The discussions aimed to explore new opportunities for bilateral collaboration. Officials from key ministries participated to ensure comprehensive dialogue.
During the meeting, both sides reviewed existing cooperation across multiple sectors, including trade, energy, and infrastructure. The discussions highlighted areas where collaboration could be expanded to benefit both countries. Participants stressed the importance of mutually beneficial initiatives.
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Senator Ishaq Dar reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to enhancing engagement with Iran across priority sectors. He emphasized that deepening economic ties and trade relations remains a strategic objective for the government. Concrete measures and follow-up actions were agreed upon.
The meeting was attended by Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Tariq Bajwa, Secretary Petroleum, and senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Coordination among all stakeholders was highlighted as essential for success.
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Officials discussed practical steps to facilitate trade, investment, and joint projects between Pakistan and Iran. They also emphasized timely communication, policy alignment, and strategic planning to maximize bilateral benefits and strengthen long-term cooperation.
The government expressed confidence that ongoing dialogue with Iran will further boost economic growth and regional stability. Pakistan remains committed to nurturing strong relations and exploring new avenues for partnership in trade, energy, and other critical sectors.