Araghchi arrived late last night and was received by Additional Secretary for West Asia Syed Asad Gillani, Iran’s ambassador to Pakistan, and other senior officials, the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) reported.

During the visit, meetings are scheduled with Pakistani leaders, including President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.

According to a statement from Islamabad, this high-level visit reflects the deep and strong relationship between Pakistan and Iran.

It also underscores the shared commitment of both countries to strengthen bilateral cooperation in all areas of mutual interest, according to the official source.

Araghchi’s visit to Islamabad comes amid the India-Pakistan crisis, over which Iran has proposed to act as an intermediary for regional and international welfare.

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