On the 24th in New York during the 81st UN General Assembly, Pakistan Prime
Minister Shehbaz met Iranian President Pezeshkian. They reaffirmed long-standing
bilateral ties and agreed to deepen cooperation and regular consultations.
Shehbaz expressed concern about ongoing regional conflicts, urged restraint,
de-escalation and sustained diplomatic engagement, and called for implementation
of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, saying Pakistan will play a
constructive role. Pezeshkian welcomed Pakistan's diplomatic efforts and sought
expanded cooperation; both sides agreed to strengthen coordination to promote
regional peace, security and prosperity.
