Antalya:Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations and promoting regional peace and stability.

The two leaders met on the sidelines of the Leaders' Summit of the 31st session of the UN Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Antalya, Trkiye.

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ataullah Tarar, Senator Sherry Rehman and senior officials from both countries were also present at the meeting.

Held in a warm and cordial atmosphere, the meeting provided an opportunity to review bilateral relations and exchange views on the evolving regional situation.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed deep concern over the prolonged conflict and emphasised the need for dialogue, restraint, de-escalation and sustained diplomatic engagement to achieve lasting peace and stability in the region.

He underscored the importance of building on the understandings reached under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) of June 2026 and reaffirmed Pakistan's readiness to continue playing a sincere and constructive role in promoting regional peace and stability.

President Pezeshkian appreciated Pakistan's consistent diplomatic support to Iran and its efforts for regional peace and security.

He highlighted the enduring strength of Pakistan-Iran relations, rooted in centuries of shared history, culture and faith, and reaffirmed Tehran's strong desire to expand cooperation across various sectors.

Both leaders agreed on the importance of regular consultations and close coordination to address common challenges and explore emerging opportunities.

They also expressed their resolve to work closely in support of regional peace, security and prosperity.