During the meeting on the sidelines of World Economic Forum (WEF), Zardari reaffirmed Pakistan’s desire to strengthen Pakistan-Iran fraternal ties in all areas of mutual interest, according to the release.
He highlighted the vast scope in bilateral trade and economic cooperation which should be tapped by both sides through various institutional mechanisms and innovative ways to identify new sectors.
The foreign minister underscored the importance of earliest completion of border markets to improve livelihood in the border region.
He also appreciated Iran’s steadfast support for the Kashmir cause, especially at the Supreme Leader level, according to Pakistan’s foreign minister.
Zardari thanked Iran for sending an aircraft to Pakistan which helped in extinguishing the forest fire in Balochistan Province of Pakistan.
The Pakistani top diplomat said that sustained engagement between international community and the Interim Afghan government was critical to advance shared objectives of peace and stability in Afghanistan.
Foreign Minister Amirabdollahian extended an invitation to his Pakistani counterpart to pay a visit to Iran.
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