Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Pakistan Army chief General Asim Munir discussed regional peace, stability, and border security following recent tit-for-tat air strikes between the two nations.
Gen Munir visited Raisi, the first foreign head of state to visit Pakistan after its February 8 general elections, emphasizing the need for enhanced coordination against terrorists, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan Army.
Gen Munir referred to the Pakistan-Iran border as a “border of peace and friendship,” stressing improved coordination along the border to preserve the longstanding brotherly relations between the two neighboring countries.
Their discussions centered on mutual interests, particularly regional peace, stability, and border security.
“Both sides agreed on the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation while working together for regional stability and economic prosperity,” stated the ISPR.
President Raisi arrived at Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International Airport on Tuesday morning and was welcomed by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz.
The Foreign Office had earlier announced Raisi’s visits to Lahore and Karachi to meet with provincial leadership.
On Monday, Raisi met with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister House. Both leaders discussed joint efforts to combat terrorism and ways to enhance bilateral ties across political, economic, trade, and cultural sectors.
During their talks, President Raisi and Prime Minister Sharif agreed to boost trade volume to USD 10 billion, as reported by state-run Radio Pakistan.
Additionally, Iranian and Pakistani officials signed eight agreements to enhance cooperation in various fields.
