President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday extended their heartfelt congratulations to Dr Masoud Pezeshkian on his election as the President of Iran.

President Zardari said in a statement that Pakistan and Iran enjoy fraternal ties and I hope that under your leadership our relations will grow further stronger.

He expressed his eagerness to work together for the peace and prosperity of the region.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif In a statement said he looks forward to working closely with President elect Dr Pezeshkian to further strengthen Pakistan-Iran bilateral ties and promote regional peace and stability.

The Prime Minister said Pakistan and Iran enjoy close and historic relationship. He said the two countries must ensure a bright future for their peoples through mutually beneficial cooperation.