{"id":545109,"date":"2026-05-07T15:28:22","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T10:28:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=545109"},"modified":"2026-05-07T15:28:22","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T10:28:22","slug":"abbasi-meets-iran-ambassador-discusses-bilateral-relations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/abbasi-meets-iran-ambassador-discusses-bilateral-relations\/","title":{"rendered":"Abbasi meets Iran Ambassador, discusses bilateral relations"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi Thursday met with Ambassador of Islamic Republic of Iran to Pakistan, Dr. Reza Amiri Moghadam and discussed bilateral relations, railway cooperation and the overall regional situation.<br \/>\nDuring the meeting, the minister reaffirmed Pakistan\u2019s commitment to further strengthening the longstanding brotherly relations between Pakistan and Iran, said a news release.<br \/>\nHe said that Pakistan highly values its close historical, cultural and mutually respectful ties with Iran and remains committed to expanding cooperation in areas of mutual interest.<br \/>\nThe two sides held detailed discussions on enhancing railway connectivity between Pakistan and Iran, particularly focusing on the Taftan\u2013Zahedan railway route and the Islamabad\u2013Tehran\u2013Istanbul (ITI) freight train project.<br \/>\nBoth sides agreed that stronger railway cooperation would play a vital role in promoting regional trade and connectivity.<br \/>\nThe meeting also reviewed ongoing efforts regarding the repair and rehabilitation of the Quetta\u2013Taftan railway section.<br \/>\nThe minister emphasized that improved infrastructure and effective security measures are essential for ensuring uninterrupted railway operations.<br \/>\nRegional developments, especially the situation in the Middle East, also came under discussion. Pakistan reiterated its support for peace, dialogue, and diplomatic solutions to regional challenges.<br \/>\nDr. Reza Amiri Moghadam appreciated Pakistan\u2019s positive and constructive role in promoting regional peace and stability and acknowledged Pakistan\u2019s diplomatic efforts as commendable.<br \/>\nBoth sides termed the ongoing efforts under the leadership of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for peace, dialogue and de-escalation in the region as effective and significant.<br \/>\nHanif Abbasi said that Pakistan has always believed in dialogue, mutual respect and peaceful resolution of disputes and will continue to support diplomatic efforts aimed at ensuring regional peace and stability.<br \/>\nThe meeting was held in a cordial atmosphere, with both sides agreeing to further enhance bilateral cooperation, particularly in the railway sector.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi Thursday met with Ambassador of Islamic Republic of Iran to Pakistan, Dr. Reza Amiri Moghadam and discussed bilateral relations, railway cooperation and the overall regional situation. 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