Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has reaffirmed Pakistan's strong commitment to further strengthen and deepen ties with Iran.

He was talking to Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghaddam, who called on him in Islamabad on Friday.

The Prime Minister underscored the close fraternal relations between the two neighbouring countries.

He also stressed the need to focus on enhancing cooperation in the economic and security domains.

Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar highlighted that the recent inauguration of Mand-Pishin border marketplace would not only contribute to the economic uplift of the border areas but also serve as manifestation of the collective commitment to work for the betterment of the two peoples.

He stressed the importance for both countries to leverage their unique geographical location to promote shared objectives of regional peace and prosperity through greater trade and enhanced regional connectivity.

On the occasion, the Iranian Ambassador said Tehran is keen to build on the recent positive trajectory of the bilateral relationship, especially in areas of economy, energy and security.