ISLAMABAD: Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif, along with a high level delegation has arrived in Islamabad today (Wednesday) on a day-long visit to Pakistan.
During a meeting with the Iranian Foreign Minister, Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali said Pakistan-Iran relations are rooted in common faith, history and geography.
Nisar also said that no hurdle will be allowed to come in the way of better relations between the two countries. Foreign Minister Javad Zarif said his country attaches great importance to its relations with Pakistan.
The minister said that Iran believes in the unity of Muslim countries and stressed the importance of both Pakistan and Iran working together for resolution of problems faced by the Muslim world.
He is due to hold a meeting with Advisor on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz today as well.
In a TV interview, Javed Zarif recognised the efforts shown by Pakistan and other countries in offering mediation between Iran-Saudia Arabia relationship.
“If Riyadh abandons shortsighted policies then Tehran is ready to work towards constructive ties with the Saudis,” he was quoted as saying.