PM Imran Khan phones Raisi, expresses concern over worsening situation in Afghanistan

ISLAMABAD (92 News) – Prime Minister Imran Khan phoned Iranian President-elect Syed Ebrahim Raisi and expressed concern at the worsening security situation in Afghanistan.

He cautioned that the latest developments could lead to serious repercussions for both Pakistan and Iran, resulting in an influx of refugees towards the bordering areas of the two countries.

He strongly underscored the imperative of a negotiated political solution to the conflict in Afghanistan. Both sides emphasized the need to continue facilitating an Afghan-led and Afghan-owned inclusive political settlement.

The two leaders agreed to further boost existing cooperation particularly in its economic dimension.

They expressed satisfaction at the upward trajectory of bilateral relations and it was also affirmed that the establishment of border sustenance markets along Pakistan-Iran border would yield economic and social benefits for the people of both countries. The prime minister thanked Iran for its steadfast support for the just cause of Jammu and Kashmir.

Expressing concern at the serious human rights situation in IIOJK and Palestine, the two leaders emphasized the need to resolve these long-standing disputes in accordance with the UN Security Council resolutions.