Pak-Iran FTA vital for strengthening bilateral trade, says FM Dar
The foreign minister said this addressing the Pakistan-Iran Business Forum in Islamabad, in the presence of President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian and the accompanying high-level delegation, the Foreign Office said.
Reaffirming the deep-rooted brotherly ties between Pakistan and Iran, the FM underscored Pakistan's commitment to enhancing economic cooperation and regional connectivity. He welcomed the positive momentum toward finalising the Pakistan-Iran FTA.
'The economic diplomacy is a cornerstone of Pakistan's foreign policy,' he emphasised.
He also highlighted the importance of deepening people-to-people linkages to ensure the shared prosperity of both countries.
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