Iranian president phones PM Shehbaz to congratulate on his election

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi Monday telephoned Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and congratulated him on assuming the charge of premiership.

The Iranian president conveyed his good wishes to the premier, a PMO press release said.

During the conversation, the prime minister said that both countries enjoyed deep-rooted historical and cultural ties.

He said Pakistan desired to strengthen and expand bilateral cooperation in multiple fields.

President Raisi hoped PM Shehbaz would utilise his all-out capabilities to put the country on track to progress and prosperity.

The prime minister also invited the Iranian president to visit Pakistan as soon as possible.