ISLAMABAD: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is due to visit Pakistan on Tuesday, marking his first foreign trip since the conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States earlier this year, underscoring Islamabad’s growing diplomatic role in efforts to ease tensions in the Middle East.
The one-day visit comes just days after Pakistan and Qatar facilitated direct talks between Iran and the United States in Switzerland, under the auspices of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, which established a 60-day roadmap for negotiations aimed at reducing regional tensions.
Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said President Pezeshkian will be accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising ministers and senior officials, according to Pakistan’s Foreign Office.
High-Level Meetings in Islamabad
During his visit, the Iranian President will hold separate meetings with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari.
The high-level engagements are expected to focus on bilateral relations, regional security, economic cooperation, energy connectivity, and the implementation of understandings reached during recent diplomatic initiatives aimed at restoring stability in the Middle East.
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Diplomatic sources said President Pezeshkian will personally convey the gratitude of the Iranian supreme leader for Pakistan’s efforts in facilitating dialogue and helping create an environment conducive to peaceful negotiations.
The Iranian President is also expected to discuss avenues for strengthening cooperation between the two neighbouring countries in trade, investment, border management, and regional connectivity projects.
State Banquet for Iranian President
President Asif Ali Zardari will host a state banquet in honour of President Pezeshkian, underscoring the importance Pakistan attaches to its relationship with Iran.
Senior government officials, cabinet members, parliamentary leaders, diplomats, and prominent personalities are expected to attend the banquet.
The visit is expected to further strengthen Pakistan-Iran relations at a time when both countries are seeking greater regional cooperation and economic integration.
Follow-Up to High-Level Contacts
President Pezeshkian’s visit follows a series of high-level contacts between Islamabad and Tehran, including a recent telephone conversation between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Iranian President after the signing of the Islamabad Peace Deal.
Officials in Islamabad view the visit as another milestone in Pakistan’s emerging diplomatic profile following its active role in promoting dialogue among key regional and international stakeholders.
The trip is expected to result in renewed commitments to bilateral cooperation and further coordination on regional peace initiatives.
