Pakistan PM Hopes US-Iran MoU Leads to Lasting Agreement

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif voiced optimism Tuesday that a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran will evolve into a "long-lasting agreement."

Speaking in the National Assembly, Sharif referenced the recent summit in Switzerland, where U.S. and Iranian delegations engaged in extensive discussions. Pakistan, alongside Qatar, played a mediating role in the talks, which stretched from Sunday into early Monday. Sharif affirmed Pakistan's sincere efforts to bridge the gap between the two nations.

“

Pakistan tried its best, with complete sincerity, to close the distance between the two sides.

Following the dialogue, mediators issued a joint statement announcing that technical discussions between the U.S. and Iran would commence within the next 60 days. These negotiations are expected to address critical issues, including Iran's nuclear assets, ballistic missile program, and the status of frozen assets.

"We fully hope that the MoU will turn into a long-lasting agreement over the next 60 days, leading to peace in the world," Sharif stated, underscoring the potential global impact of a successful resolution.

“

We fully hope that the MoU will turn into a long-lasting agreement over the next 60 days, leading to peace in the world.