ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan met Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghaddam in Islamabad on Thursday and discussed the regional situation, Pakistan, Iran relations and ways to further strengthen bilateral ties.
During the meeting, Aleem Khan expressed concern over the prevailing situation in Iran and voiced solidarity with the Iranian people and he hoped the difficult period would pass soon.
“True friends prove their worth during difficult times,” the minister said, adding that the hearts of the Pakistani people beat in unison with their Iranian brothers and sisters.
He paid tribute to the Iranian leadership with mentioning their sacrifices had made the Iranian people proud.
The Federal minister also communicated grief over the martyrdom of Iranian leaders and offered prayers for peace, happiness and well being for the people of Iran.
The minister voiced his desire to visit Iran in the near future, a proposal welcomed by the Iranian ambassador.
Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghaddam thanked Aleem Khan for his assurances regarding the resolution of mutual issues.
He also appreciated the Pakistani people’s support for Iran in the face of what he described as external aggression.
Both sides discussed opportunities to promote friendly relations and strengthen cooperation between the two countries.
The Iranian ambassador also pointed out the importance of trade activities along the Pakistan-Iran border, saying they served the interests of both nations.
