ISLAMABAD, Mar 1 (APP):An Iranian delegation headed by Commander of Iran Air Force Brigadier General Hassan Shahsafi accompanied by Iranian Ambassador Mehdi Hoonardost Thursday called on National Security Adviser Lt General (R) Nasser Khan Janjua here and exchanged views on bilateral relations.
They discussed options for further improving the bilateral relations and matters pertaining to regional security.
The NSA said for Pakistan, Iran is an important country as Iran is not only a neighbour but also a brotherly country from historic, cultural and religious perspectives. “We believe that Pakistan and Iran share a common future and need to enhance their cooperation.”
The commander reciprocated the same sentiments and agreed that Pakistan and Iran need to come much close as possible.
He stressed on the importance of identifying and removing all the impediments affecting bilateral relations.
The NSA elaborated on the challenges faced by both the countries at regional and international levels and said solution lies in the cooperative framework.
Discussing the prospects of peace and stability in Afghanistan, the commander said Iran shares Pakistan’s views and believes that peace in Afghanistan is prerequisite for peace in the region.
He stressed on the need of unity in the Muslim World which is suffering the most these days.
The NSA acknowledged the concerns of the commander and highlighted the role of Pakistan in the region and in the Muslim world.
He reiterated that Pakistan has played a positive and balanced role in the region and in Muslim world. Both Pakistan and Iran required deliberation and strategic patience to overcome the prevailing difficulties and to strengthen their bilateral relations and to move ahead together towards a brighter future.
Both sides agreed to increase engagements at all levels in multiple areas including political, defence trade and economics.