ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Tuesday called on Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian in Islamabad during the latter’s one-day visit to Pakistan, the military’s media wing said in a statement.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), both sides exchanged views on regional developments and peace initiatives.
The Iranian President appreciated “Pakistan’s constructive and responsible role in promoting dialogue, de-escalation, and regional stability”.
He acknowledged Pakistan’s consistent efforts to encourage the peaceful resolution of disputes and foster understanding among regional stakeholders at a time of heightened geopolitical challenges.
Field Marshal Asim Munir reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to peace and stability in the region, the statement added.
“Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening Pakistan-Iran relations and maintaining close consultations on issues of mutual interest, with the shared objective of advancing peace, prosperity, and stability across the region.”
Masoud Pezeshkian arrives in Islamabad
Earlier today, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in the federal capital on an official one-day visit at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
President Asif Zardari, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, and Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar welcomed the Iranian president upon his arrival at Nur Khan Airbase.
As part of the ceremonial welcome, Dr. Pezeshkian was accorded a 21-gun salute, while JF-17 fighter jets of the Pakistan Air Force conducted a flypast in his honour, state-run APP reported. The children dressed in traditional attire also presented flowers to the dignitary.
In addition, Chairman PPP Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, and other senior officials were also present on the occasion.
The plane on which the Iranian president arrived was identified as Minab 168, a symbolic tribute to the 168 children martyred in the school attack by the US and Israel in Iran’s Minab city.
