Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian concluded a two-day visit to Islamabad, meeting Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and signing 12 cooperation agreements across energy, trade, agriculture, and maritime safety.
Both leaders pledged to raise bilateral trade from $3 billion to $10 billion, with Pezeshkian expressing confidence in achieving the target swiftly.
The two nations committed to joint counterterrorism efforts, emphasizing better border management and rejecting any militant activity on either side.
Nuclear Stance & Regional Tensions:
Sharif reaffirmed support for Iran’s peaceful nuclear program under UN guidelines.
He condemned Israel’s June offensive against Iran, calling the 12-day conflict unjustified and criticizing US military involvement.
Analysts suggest that informal trade, especially in oil and gas, may exceed formal targets, with discussions underway to formalize existing flows.
Geopolitical Implications:
Improved ties could pave the way for a Pakistan-Europe trade corridor, enhancing regional connectivity and economic resilience
(source Al Jazeera)
—Agencies
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