PM Shehbaz, Iranian president discuss regional peace at COP31

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday reaffirmed the longstanding ties between Pakistan and Iran and agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation across various sectors during a meeting on the sidelines of the COP31 climate summit in Antalya, Turkiye.

The two leaders exchanged views on the evolving regional situation and underscored the importance of regular consultations and close coordination to address common challenges and promote regional peace, security and prosperity, according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office.

PM Shehbaz expressed deep concern over the prolonged conflict and stressed the need for dialogue, restraint, de-escalation and sustained diplomatic engagement to achieve lasting peace and stability in the region.

He also emphasised the importance of building on the understandings reached under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) of June 2026 and reaffirmed Pakistan’s readiness to play a sincere and constructive role in supporting regional peace and stability.

Pezeshkian appreciated Pakistan’s consistent diplomatic support to Iran and its efforts to promote regional peace and security.

The Iranian president also highlighted the enduring strength of Pakistan-Iran relations, rooted in centuries of shared history, culture and faith, and expressed Tehran’s desire to deepen cooperation across various sectors.

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, Senator Sherry Rehman and senior officials from both sides were also present at the meeting.