TEHRAN (Voice of Russia): Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has arrived in the Iranian capital Tehran on an important visit.
The international news agency Reuters, citing Iranian media, reported that Pakistan’s army chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has arrived in Tehran on an official visit for the promotion of bilateral relations amid the ongoing tensions in the region.
During this important visit, the Field Marshal will meet Iran’s senior military and political leadership. In these meetings, bilateral defence cooperation, border management and the overall security affairs of the region will hold a central place, which will play a key role in the relations of the two countries.
An important aspect of this visit is Pakistan’s key role in ending the tension between Iran and the United States.
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir will discuss Pakistan’s mediation efforts for peace in the region during his talks with Iranian officials.
Defence experts say the visit comes at a time when tensions between the United States and Iran in the Middle East are at their peak. Pakistan’s playing the role of mediator between the two countries is not only necessary for stability in the region, it is also an important effort to maintain balance in Pakistan’s foreign policy.
