Pakistan and Iran have agreed to make joint efforts for peace and stability in the region, including Afghanistan, Radio Pakistan reported on Wednesday.
The understanding was reached during separate meetings in Islamabad between Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif and Prime Minister Imran Khan and Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi. Zarif is currently visiting the country for talks on regional issues in addition to reviewing bilateral ties.
Welcoming Zarif at his office, Prime Minister Imran noted that Pakistan and Iran enjoyed close and cordial relations and said the two countries "must further strengthen bilateral cooperation for mutual benefit", according to a series of tweets by the Prime Minister's Office.
The premier said the two neighbours should place special emphasis on bilateral trade and economic relations and underscored the need to work closely for promoting peace, security and development in the region.
