Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Tehran on Saturday carrying what he described as an important message from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir for Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei. The visit comes at a sensitive time as diplomatic efforts continue to address regional tensions and encourage dialogue among key stakeholders in the Middle East.
Speaking after talks with Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni, Naqvi said the message focuses on current regional developments and reflects Pakistan’s commitment to promoting peace and stability. He expressed confidence that ongoing challenges could be addressed through diplomacy and constructive engagement rather than confrontation, emphasizing the importance of dialogue in resolving disputes.
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Meanwhile, the two sides reviewed a wide range of bilateral issues, including border security, counterterrorism cooperation, measures against drug trafficking and efforts to strengthen economic relations. Both countries reaffirmed their commitment to expanding collaboration in these sectors, recognizing their shared interest in regional security and long-term economic growth.
Momeni thanked Pakistan for its role in supporting efforts aimed at reducing tensions between Iran and the United States. He also noted that Tehran and Islamabad have agreed to work toward increasing annual bilateral trade from $3 billion to $10 billion, a target that could significantly deepen economic ties between the neighboring countries.
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Furthermore, Naqvi described Pakistan-Iran relations as brotherly and expressed optimism that current regional tensions would ease in the near future. During his visit, he is also expected to hold meetings with several senior Iranian leaders, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, to discuss regional developments and avenues for greater cooperation.
Pakistan has remained actively engaged in diplomatic efforts since the Iran-US conflict began on February 28. Although mediation helped secure a temporary ceasefire on April 8, negotiations later slowed due to disagreements over implementation and changing regional circumstances, highlighting the need for continued diplomatic engagement from all sides.