ISLAMABAD: Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi met Iran’s Ambassador Dr. Reza Amiri Moghadam here on Thursday to discuss bilateral relations, railway cooperation and the overall regional situation. Both agreed on stronger railway cooperation between the two countries.
He and the envoy held detailed discussions on enhancing railway connectivity between Pakistan and Iran, particularly focusing on the Taftan-Zahedan railway route and the Islamabad-Tehran-Istanbul freight train project. They agreed that stronger railway cooperation would play a vital role in promoting regional trade and connectivity.
The meeting also reviewed ongoing efforts regarding repair and rehabilitation of the Quetta-Taftan railway section. The minister emphasised that improved infrastructure and effective security measures were essential for ensuring uninterrupted railway operations.
Both sides termed the ongoing efforts under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir for peace, dialogue and de-escalation in the region as effective and significant.
