Islamabad; October 22, 2010: President Asif Ali Zardari Friday urged for further enhancing Pak- Iran bilateral cooperation in all areas particularly trade, energy, communication and infrastructure. Pakistan attaches great importance to its friendly equation with Iran and regards Iran as an important friend and player in the region.
He said this while speaking to Iranian ambassador to Pakistan, Mr. Masha’alah Shakeri, who called on him at the Aiwan-e- Sadr today. Mr. Mansour Afrasiabi, Deputy Head of Mission also accompanied the ambassador.
Matters relating to Pak-Iran bilateral relations, Iranian assistance for rehabilitation of flood affectees and regional situation were discussed during the meeting.
The President appreciated the Iranian Government and the people for their generous support and assistance during the recent devastating floods.
The President while talking to the Iranian ambassador laid emphasis on enhanced connectivity projects through improved roads, rail and air links between the two countries. The President said that the successful operation of Islamabad- Tehran- Istanbul container train was a major step to improve intra-regional cooperation and business opportunities among the three important regional countries.
The President while commenting on fight against militancy said that the whole region is facing the common enemy of militancy and urged for a joint strategy and mutual cooperation to curb violent extremism.
Mr. Masha’alah Shakeri thanked the President for meeting and assured continued support of the Iranian government to the government and people of Pakistan in rehabilitation and reconstruction of flood affectees.
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