Tehran – Pakistan’s Federal⁣ Commerce Minister, Jam Kamal Khan, arrived in Tehran on Sunday, initiating a three-day official visit focused on bolstering economic cooperation between Pakistan and Iran. the visit underscores the deepening⁤ relationship between the two nations, built on shared cultural⁤ and religious bonds and a ⁣history of ‍collaborative agreements.

Khan⁤ was welcomed at Imam Khomeini International Airport by Amin Tarfa’a,an advisor⁢ to Iran’s Ministry of Roads and Urban Development. His agenda centers around leading ‍the 22nd Session of the Pakistan-Iran Joint Economic Commission ⁣and co-chairing the Pakistan-Iran Joint Business Forum. Meetings with key Iranian ministers and senior officials are also planned, with the aim of strengthening bilateral ⁣trade and investment.

This renewed push for economic ties follows a reciprocal visit to Pakistan by Iranian President Masoud pezeshkian in august, during which twelve agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (mous) were signed. ‍these ⁤agreements span critical sectors, including plant protection and quarantine measures, collaborative use of the⁤ Mirjaveh-Taftan border gate to facilitate trade, and advancements in science, technology, and details and communications technology.

The ⁣current⁢ visit by Minister Khan ⁣is intended to build on this momentum,‍ injecting fresh‍ energy into the economic and commercial relationship. Both countries recognize the meaningful potential for increased trade and investment, notably given ⁤their shared border and complementary economies. Discussions are expected to focus‍ on⁢ removing barriers⁤ to trade, identifying new areas for cooperation, and fostering greater ⁤private sector involvement.

the long-standing⁢ ties between Pakistan and Iran extend beyond economics,encompassing strong political and cultural connections. Officials from both sides have consistently emphasized their commitment to strengthening these “brotherly relations” and exploring opportunities for mutual benefit. The Joint Economic Commission and Business Forum provide crucial platforms for translating these shared goals into concrete action.