Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to Visit Pakistan from April 22-24

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi will undertake an official visit to Pakistan from April 22 to 24, 2024.

This significant visit of Iranian President marks the first by any Head of State to Pakistan since the general elections in February 2024.

Delegation and Meetings

President Raisi will be accompanied by his spouse, Foreign Minister, cabinet members, senior officials, and a large business delegation. During his visit, he will meet with:

• The President and Prime Minister of Pakistan
• Chairman Senate and Speaker, National Assembly
• Provincial leadership in Lahore and Karachi

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Agenda and Objectives

The visit aims to strengthen Pakistan-Iran ties and enhance cooperation in various fields, including:

• Trade
• Connectivity
• Energy
• Agriculture
• People-to-people contacts

The two nations will also discuss regional and global developments, as well as bilateral cooperation to combat terrorism.

Importance of the Visit

This visit is crucial in further strengthening Pakistan-Iran relations, which are anchored in history, culture, and religion.

It provides an opportunity to explore new avenues of cooperation and reinforce the existing bond between the two nations.

Background

Pakistan and Iran enjoy strong bilateral ties, and this visit is expected to take the relationship to the next level.

With a wide-ranging agenda and high-level delegation, the visit is set to make a significant impact on the future of Pakistan-Iran relations.