Dr. The Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan met with Maryam Nawaz, Punjab Chief Minister and President of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz. On Wednesday, Reza Amiri Moghaddam was in Jati Umra, Raiwind. The two sides discussed trade, cultural, economic, and social relations, and other topics of mutual interest. They likewise concurred, on a basic level, to change the Iran-Pakistan Cooperation line into a financial zone from a security zone. The three chiefs also examined potential collaboration outcomes among Iran and Punjab in agribusiness, domesticated animals, and different areas.
Iran has agreed to enhance meat imports from Punjab from 40% to 70%. In addition, detailed discussions were held between both sides to further boost bilateral trade volume between Pakistan and Iran up to $10 billion, particularly concerning Punjab’s role.
During the meeting, an agreement was also reached to cement further cultural ties between the twin cities of Isfahan-Mashhad and Lahore.
Promoting Persian Language and Strengthening Pak-Iran Ties
Various recommendations were viewed in the gathering to advance the Persian language in Punjab. Dr. Reza Amiri Moghaddam invited former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on behalf of his government in a written invitation for a visit by any Iranian delegation. Nawaz Sharif, the head of the Pakistan Muslim Association. Shared his recollections of a visit to Iran with the Iranian public. Communicated their significant distress for President Ebrahim Raisi, who kicked the bucket. Maryam Nawaz and Nawaz Sharif mourned with one another on the affliction of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi. She said that her encounter with the President who was killed was unforgettable and that she admired his charismatic persona. She said that their one-on-one meeting was productive in discussing promoting trade and cultural relations.
Ambassador Dr. Reza Amiri Moghaddam thanked Pakistan for its support, emphasizing the brotherly ties between Pakistan and the Islamic Republic. He noted that the late President Ebrahim Raisi deeply desired to meet Nawaz Sharif. But this could not happen due to the Chinese visit. Also highlighted the importance of Iran-Pakistan cooperation in strengthening bilateral relations.
He further said that Pakistan is essential to Iran and that the agreements signed between. The two countries will be implemented during President Raisi’s visit. The Iranian ambassador congratulated Maryam Nawaz on completing her first 100 days as Punjab’s first female Chief Minister and appreciated the Punjab government’s pro-people initiatives.
