Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Tehran on Wednesday. During the meeting, Naqvi briefed him about the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement involving Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey.
Naqvi also conveyed messages from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir about the current regional situation. The discussions focused on diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions and promote peace across the region.
The interior minister arrived in Iran on Tuesday for talks with senior Iranian officials. His visit comes as Pakistan continues diplomatic engagement with regional countries amid heightened tensions.
Naqvi Briefs Iranian President on Regional Situation
During his meeting with President Pezeshkian, Naqvi discussed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement. He also shared Pakistan’s perspective on the developing regional situation.
Naqvi is supporting Field Marshal Asim Munir’s diplomatic efforts to promote peace. The field marshal has remained in contact with leaders from the United States, Iran and Gulf countries.
These contacts form part of broader efforts to ease regional tensions. Pakistan has continued engaging with neighbouring and regional states to encourage dialogue and stability.
The meeting with Pezeshkian also provided an opportunity to discuss Pakistan-Iran relations. Both countries have maintained close diplomatic engagement on regional and bilateral matters.
Pakistan and Iran Discuss Energy Cooperation
During his visit, Naqvi also met Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi. The two sides discussed bilateral relations and developments across the region.
Naqvi separately held talks with Iranian Petroleum Minister Mohsen Paknejad. Their discussions focused on expanding cooperation in the energy sector.
The two sides also explored opportunities to strengthen trade and economic relations between Pakistan and Iran. Both countries emphasised the importance of using their shared capacities to increase economic exchanges.
Energy remained a key area of discussion during the meeting. Pakistan and Iran identified several opportunities for expanding cooperation within the petroleum sector.
Iran Highlights Opportunities in Petroleum Sector
Paknejad said the longstanding economic, trade and cultural ties between Pakistan and Iran provide a strong foundation for wider cooperation.
He highlighted the potential for greater collaboration in the energy sector. According to him, both countries can explore several areas of mutual benefit.
These opportunities include trade in petroleum and oil products. The two sides can also expand the export of technical and engineering services.
Refining was identified as another area with potential for increased cooperation. Greater collaboration in these fields could support broader economic ties between the neighbouring countries.
The discussions also reflected the importance of strengthening existing trade links. Pakistan and Iran have continued to explore ways to increase economic interaction despite various regional challenges.
Naqvi’s Tehran Visit Focuses on Wider Bilateral Ties
Naqvi’s meetings in Tehran form part of Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to strengthen relations with Iran. The two countries continue to engage on regional security, trade, energy and economic cooperation.
The latest talks brought both immediate regional concerns and long-term economic interests into focus. While regional peace remained an important subject, energy cooperation also emerged as a key area for future collaboration.
Pakistan and Iran are expected to continue discussions on areas of mutual interest. Their efforts could help expand bilateral trade and strengthen cooperation in sectors such as energy and petroleum.
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s diplomatic engagement with Iran and other regional partners remains focused on promoting stability. The latest meetings in Tehran underline Islamabad’s continued push for dialogue and stronger regional cooperation.
