Published on, Sept. 2 -- September 2, 2025 3:59 AM

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, China.

According to a Prime Minister's Office statement, Shehbaz reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to its 'historic and brotherly' ties with Tehran, terming the relationship rooted in shared history and faith. Both leaders reviewed bilateral cooperation in multiple sectors and expressed satisfaction over what they called 'positive momentum' in relations.

Referring Pezeshkian's visit to Pakistan last month, Shehbaz said, his visit was warmly welcomed by the Pakistani people and further cemented ties. "Dialogue and diplomacy are...