- Advertisement -
KARACHI, Oct 16 (APP):Newly appointed Iranian Consul General in Karachi Akbar Issazadeh called on Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah here at CM House on Thursday.
The meeting focussed on strengthening bilateral relation between two countries.
They discussed to enhance trade, tourism and cultural cooperation between Pakistan and Iran.
Welcoming the new Consul General to Sindh, the Chief Minister congratulated him and remarked, “Iran is our Muslim brother country with which we share historic and strong ties.
The Consul General Issazadeh expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and offered condolences on the passing of former Speaker Sindh Assembly Agha Siraj Durrani and expressed sorrow over the recent flood damages in Sindh. Both sides agreed to enhance economic, commercial, and tourism-related activities.
The Chief Minister assured full cooperation from the Government of Sindh and Iran’s government in all mutual efforts.
They agreed to increase trade between Karachi and Tehran from PKR 5 billion to PKR 10 billion, organize joint trade exhibitions, and promote cultural ties through media collaboration.
They also discussed joint initiatives in agriculture, livestock, and fisheries, with the Chief Minister announcing that relevant provincial ministers would soon meet with the Consul General to explore cooperation in these sectors.
An agreement was also reached to initiate direct flights between Karachi and Tehran. “Direct flights will make travel easier for our pilgrims,” said the Chief Minister, adding that private airlines would be approached to facilitate this initiative.