TEHRAN – When Iranian President Masudo Pezeshkian began his two-day official visit to Pakistan on Saturday, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragut described Tehran and Islamabad as “partners shaping a shared future” in an article published before the trip.
The visit of President Pezeshkian, held at the invitation of Prime Minister Shebaz Sharif, reflects the growing momentum of Tehran-Islamabad ties, including a series of high-level exchanges, including a visit to the late Islamabad president’s landmarks, and a trip to Tehran by Prime Minister Shebaz Sharif.
Respect for Iqbal: An iconic start in Lahore
Pezeshkian arrived in Lahore, where he paid tribute to the spirit us and philosopher and poet Muhammad Iqbal, a symbolic start to his trip.
This gesture highlights Iran’s emphasis on cultural and ideological relations with Pakistan. Iqbal, a respected figure in both countries, represents the bridge between Persian and South Asian Islamic thought.
President Pezeschkian also signed an official memorial book at the tomb, leaving behind a message of shared historical and civilized identity.
Nawaz Sharif praises Iran’s resistance and reaffirms the Brotherhood
In Lahore, President Pezeshkian also held a brief meeting with Muslim Federation Muslims Muslims Muslims Muslims Muslims Muslims Muslims Muslims. Nawaz Sharif took advantage of the opportunity to praise Iran’s attitude in the face of Israeli attacks and the resilience of Iranians.
He said that Iranians not only protected their country, but also predicted “new, dignified image” of Iran. Describing Iran’s resistance as “a brave conflict with global forces,” Nawaz Sharif emphasized that in Pakistan such immobility is considered a source of honor. He added that his presence at the airport to personally welcome President Pezeschkian was intended to acknowledge this “great resilience.” Emphasizing the brotherhood, he said, “Pakistan is not just a neighbour, it is a brother of Islamic Republic of Iran.”
President Pezeshkian expressed his gratitude for the support presented by the people of Pakistanis and authorities. Reflecting the theme of unity, he said that if Muslims around the world unite, the Zionist regimes can no longer target independent states one by one. He urged the Islamic world to share scientific, industrial and agricultural capabilities and to form a unified block to meet the needs of Islamic Umma.
Following his cultural and symbolic involvement in Lahore, Pezeshkian proceeded to Islamabad, where a meeting with senior Pakistani officials is scheduled.
Pezeshkian thanks Pakistan for supporting the US and Israel during the attack
In remarks submitted prior to the visit, Pezeshkian noted that Pakistan has consistently condemned Israeli and US aggression against Iran, including at parliamentary levels, and expressed its readiness to support the integrity of Iran’s territorial territorial. He praised Pakistan’s principled position, particularly in light of regional instability and external pressure.
Economically, Pezeschkian emphasized that the trip aims to expand trade and commercial cooperation and set an ambitious target of increasing bilateral trade to $10 billion. He highlighted Iran’s interest in integrating it into China-Pakistan’s Economic Corridor (CPEC) as an area of border markets, aviation and maritime links, and opportunities. Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of ties between Iran and Pakistan, expressing optimism that Iran could link with Europe through the CPEC network.
He also emphasized the importance of border security and regional stability, describing them as essential concerns for both countries. He pledged to work closely with his Pakistani counterparts to ensure sustainable security in the region, reiterating again that Islamic unity is the key to preventing further regional fragmentation. Pezeshkian concluded by stating that hostile actors are actively working to divide Islamic countries and that Tehran and Islamabad must work together to strengthen unity and solidarity.
“Strategic ties rooted in history,” Foreign Minister Araguchi welcomes Iran, Pakistan’s bonds
Prior to the visit, Foreign Minister Abbas Araguchi wrote an article entitled “Shared Future.” He noted Iran-Pakistan’s relationship based not only on a product of geographical proximity, but also on history, religion and common purpose as a strategic partnership.
He writes that Iran’s foreign policy focuses on promoting stable, mutually beneficial relationships with neighbors, and Pakistan holds a special place for the deep-rooted historical, cultural and religious ties of both countries.
Aragut stressed that Iran and Pakistan are sovereign Muslim nations that can shape the future of the region, and their shared values (judicial, compassion, solidarity) coordinate common stances on international issues, particularly Palestinian causes. He highlighted Pakistan’s condemnation of Israeli and US military attacks in Pakistan, calling the public support that the Pakistani people “deeply touching and unforgettable.”
From an economic standpoint, Aragut highlighted the complementary strength of both Iranian energy resources and Pakistan’s agricultural bases as the basis for long-term cooperation. He advocated a practical trade and transport corridor. He argued that this could potentially bring about tangible economic benefits and support the development of a fair and open local economy.
In the field of security cooperation, Araguchi focused on the integrity between Tehran and Islamabad in combating terrorism and extremism, and at the same time called for institutional mechanisms and long-term plans to turn shared desires into action. He pointed to collaborations in international organizations such as the United Nations, OIC, SCO and D-8, describing these as platforms for Iran and Pakistan to pursue shared goals of connectivity and integration.
In conclusion, Araguchi wrote that unity, mutual respect and cooperation between the two countries serve as the basis for sharing peace and prosperity.