Arif Kamal (Former Ambassador): Relations between Pakistan and Iran need to be upgraded on earlier basis. Both countries are intertwined in deep bonds of religion, culture and values. We should take maximum benefits from each other. Iran can become a valuable member of China Pakistan Economic Corridor as it borders Pakistan. Iran Pakistan gas pipeline project needs to be revived to meet energy shortages of Pakistan. During Iran-Iraq war in 1980s, there was a lot of trade between Pakistan and Iran. International sanctions on Iran is a factor, but it is not a very big one. Iran is a self-reliant nation and they have developed their industry, infrastructure and a number of other factors despite international curbs. We need to have a political will and strong determination to increase our relations with the neighbors.