Reza Amiri Moghaddam, Iran's ambassador in Islamabad, today elaborated on the latest status of the shared borders between Iran and Pakistan in a press conference. He examined various aspects of this issue, referring to recent reports about the closure of these borders.
Status of Shared Borders
Amiri Moghaddam stated that the Iran-Pakistan borders are currently under closer scrutiny for security and trade reasons. He emphasized that the temporary closure of the borders is aimed at preventing the infiltration of terrorists and smugglers. This action is seen as a solution for maintaining national security and regional stability.
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Consequences and Measures Taken
The Iranian ambassador in Islamabad added that this decision may have impacts on trade and economic exchanges between the two countries. However, he expressed hope that through cooperation and bilateral negotiations, these issues would be resolved and the borders would return to normal.
Amiri Moghaddam also highlighted the importance of relations between the two countries in various fields, including security, economy, and culture, and urged both sides to work towards strengthening these relations. According to him, Iran and Pakistan, as close neighbors, should cooperate more to address common challenges.
In conclusion, the Iranian ambassador emphasized that maintaining border security should be a priority, and all necessary measures will be taken for this purpose. He stressed the importance of respecting bilateral agreements and treaties and urged both parties to address these issues with mutual understanding.
