Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff of the Pakistan Army, met with Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, in a high-level bilateral meeting focused on enhancing cooperation and addressing regional security challenges, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) of Pakistan.
The discussions emphasized the importance of strengthening Pakistan-Iran relations and fostering a cooperative approach to maintaining peace and stability in the region. Both sides engaged in a detailed exchange of views on the current security situation in South Asia and the broader neighborhood.
During the meeting, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to promoting peace and stability in the region. He highlighted the necessity of increasing counter-terrorism cooperation between Pakistan and Iran as a critical element in safeguarding regional security and combating threats posed by extremist groups.
Ali Larijani acknowledged Pakistan’s pivotal role in ensuring regional peace and stability and expressed Iran’s interest in further consolidating bilateral relations with Pakistan. The Iranian official emphasized the mutual benefits of deeper collaboration in security, counter-terrorism, and diplomatic engagement, signaling a commitment to enhanced dialogue between the two neighboring states.
The meeting reflects both countries’ shared understanding of the importance of strategic cooperation in addressing cross-border security threats and fostering a stable regional environment. It also underscores Pakistan and Iran’s mutual resolve to strengthen institutional ties and explore practical avenues for collaboration in areas of shared concern.
This high-level engagement is seen as a step forward in consolidating Pakistan-Iran relations, emphasizing dialogue, security cooperation, and regional stability as central pillars of their partnership.
