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Pakistan links Iran trade prospects to sanctions relief
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Pakistan links Iran trade prospects to sanctions relief

From Dawn · () English

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News Official statement Context piece
  • Pakistan's trade and economic cooperation with Iran is contingent on the easing of international sanctions against Tehran.
  • Pakistan expressed optimism about ongoing technical talks between Iran and the United States.
  • The Foreign Office spokesperson noted that sanctions relief for Iran has begun through talks in Switzerland.

Pakistan's engagement in trade and economic cooperation with Iran is directly linked to the lifting of international sanctions on Tehran, according to the country's Foreign Office. Spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi stated that progress in these areas would depend on sanctions relief.

progress in trade and economic cooperation with Iran would be linked to the easing of international sanctions on Tehran.

โ€” Tahir Hussain AndrabiAddressing the weekly press briefing regarding Pakistan's stance on trade with Iran.

Pakistan expressed optimism regarding the current high-level technical talks between Iran and the United States. Andrabi described the ongoing negotiations, which began in Switzerland, as a positive development and expressed hope for constructive outcomes.

the pathway towards sanctions relief for Iran had already been initiated through talks held in Buergenstock, Switzerland.

โ€” Tahir Hussain AndrabiDescribing the ongoing diplomatic process for sanctions relief.

The Foreign Office also addressed other regional issues, urging Afghanistan to prevent terrorism originating from its soil and confirming the government's efforts to secure the release of crew members from a hijacked tanker. These statements reflect Pakistan's multifaceted foreign policy concerns and its approach to regional stability and economic partnerships.

the negotiations would produce constructive results as they moved forward.

โ€” Tahir Hussain AndrabiExpressing hope for the outcome of the talks.
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