Pakistan, Iran aim to enhance bilateral cooperation

Last updated on: 19 June,2023 03:07 pm

Memorandum of understanding (MoU) on maritime cooperation signed

ISLAMABAD (APP) - Secretary Defence retired Lt Gen Hamooduz Zaman Khan, along with a delegation, visited the Islamic Republic of Iran where both sides agreed to enhance bilateral cooperation in various sectors. 

The Iranian deputy defence minister welcomed the dignitaries and expressed best wishes for Pakistan’s political and military leadership, a news release said. The secretary defence emphasised the importance of bilateral relations between Pakistan and Iran. 

He expressed the hope that bilateral relations would continue to evolve on principles of mutual respect and shared common interests. 

During the visit a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on maritime cooperation was also signed between the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA) and the Iranian border guards. The MoU would strengthen relations between the PMSA and the Iranian border guards.

Both sides aimed to further enhance the collaboration in various areas of common interest including security, joint counter-terrorism measures and ensuring regional economic connectivity.