ISLAMABAD – Maj. Gen. Mohammad Bagheri, the chief general staff of Iran’s armed forces, met with Pakistani civilian and military leaders on Monday to discuss regional security, counter-terrorism measures, and joint border management. The two-day visit aims to resolve security issues along the porous Pakistan-Iran border, where both nations have often traded blame for instability and militancy.
Tensions between Pakistan and Iran surged in January 2024, when both countries exchanged airstrikes, claiming to target militant hideouts within each other’s territory. This conflict underscored the growing challenges in managing cross-border militancy.
During his visit, Bagheri held discussions with Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari, Defense Minister Khawaja Asif, and Army Chief Gen. Asim Munir. Talks focused on enhancing bilateral trade and economic cooperation, while also addressing the shared threat of terrorism. Both leaders underscored the necessity for effective, coordinated counter-terrorism efforts.
Defense Minister Asif expressed optimism about the positive trajectory of bilateral relations, particularly in joint border management and counter-terrorism initiatives. The Pakistani government’s Press Information Department (PID) highlighted the countries’ shared commitment to tackling militancy and fostering closer cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
Bagheri also met with Pakistan’s Army Chief in Rawalpindi, where the two sides discussed regional security dynamics and strengthened defense cooperation. This dialogue follows a series of diplomatic efforts to ease tensions, including a visit by former Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in April 2024, where memorandums of understanding were signed in various sectors.
Pakistan and Iran are keen to expand their ties, particularly along their shared border, while focusing on regional stability and economic collaboration.
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