Karachi: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi met Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah and had detailed discussion on Pakistan-Iran economic opportunities, including issues concerning investment.

Statement issued by CM Shah's spokesperson Abdul Rasheed Channa said Iranian president and provincial chief held meeting discussing investment issues and bilateral economic opportunities.

Provincial ministers attended meeting. CM Shah said Sindh government had always encouraged private enterprise and there were "Vast investment opportunities" in various sectors across province.

Ceremony was later held in honour of Iranian President who also addressed it and "Expressed his delight" at being hosted in Sindh.

Addressing ceremony, CM Shah said, "It is matter of pride and honour for me that today I am welcoming President of brotherly country, long-time friend, sympathiser and benefactor of Pakistan," adding that Pak-Iran relations spanned "Centuries".

"Religious, academic, cultural and economic ties between us are strong and deepening with time. Pakistan and Iran have supported each other wholeheartedly," he said.

He said two countries were passing through "Important period in history" where brotherhood, unity and mutual support were "Essential".

"We are facing various problems in which terrorism, illegal trade, climate change and its negative effects, increasing atrocities in Palestine and Kashmir are top.

"Genocide of Muslims in Palestine and Kashmir is matter of concern," CM said. He added that Muslims should unite and support Palestinians in this difficult time.

"Firm and principled stand" was that there should be an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and Palestinians should be given their rights while problem of Kashmiris must be solved in light of UN resolutions.

Published in The Daily National Courier, April, 24 2024

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