Pakistan and Iran have agreed to work closely in support of regional peace, security, and prosperity.

This understanding was reached during a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the Leaders' Summit of COP31 in Antalya, Turkiye, today [Wednesday].

The two leaders reaffirmed the close and longstanding ties between Pakistan and Iran and underscored the need to further strengthen bilateral relations across all areas of mutual cooperation. Both leaders also exchanged views on the evolving regional situation.

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

He also underscored the importance of building on the understandings reached under the Islamabad MoU of June 2026 and reaffirmed Pakistan's readiness to continue playing a sincere and constructive role in support of regional peace and stability.

President Masoud Pezeshkian appreciated Pakistan's consistent diplomatic support to Iran and its efforts for regional peace and security.

He also underscored the enduring strength of Pakistan-Iran relations, rooted in centuries of shared history, culture, and faith, and reaffirmed Tehran's strong desire to further deepen cooperation across a wide range of sectors.

The two sides also emphasized the importance of maintaining regular consultations and close coordination to address common challenges and seize emerging opportunities.

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar and Senator Sherry Rehman, along with senior officials from both sides, were also present on the occasion.