Pakistani Interior Minister meets with Iranian President

Iran and Pakistan are seeking to broaden their relationship across political, economic, cultural and security areas, with both governments presenting closer ties as useful for regional stability.

Pezeshkian made the remarks in Tehran during a meeting with Pakistan’s Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi. He said stronger economic, trade, cultural and security ties could serve both nations’ interests and help support stability in the region. He also praised the interest shown by Pakistan’s leadership in strengthening relations with Iran.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran is ready to deepen cooperation with Pakistan and create the conditions needed to expand joint work in all areas of mutual interest. He stressed the deep historical, cultural, religious and popular connections between the two neighboring countries.

Naqvi said his visit was intended to follow up on agreements reached during a recent trip to Pakistan by Iran’s interior minister. He described Iran-Pakistan relations as strong and unbreakable, and said Islamabad is determined to push for the comprehensive development of ties with Tehran. He also called for faster implementation of bilateral agreements and closer cooperation mechanisms.

The two sides have already taken steps to expand economic links. A memorandum of understanding was signed in Islamabad to raise trade between the two countries to $10 billion and move toward a free trade agreement. The deal includes plans to expand trade in border regions, improve maritime and shipping links, reduce trade barriers, establish joint free trade zones and promote barter trade.

Iranian and Pakistani officials also held additional talks on industrial and economic cooperation, showing both countries’ intent to turn political goodwill into practical progress.