Iran, Pakistan emphasize bolstering defense, military cooperation

In a meeting between Iranian Deputy Defense Minister Brigadier General Hojjatollah Qoreishi and senior Pakistani defense and military officials in Islamabad, the two sides highlighted boosting joint cooperation in the field of defense and military.

News ID: 5382

Date: 09 November 2024 - 10:57

TABNAK, Nov, 09 :Qoreishi was accompanied by an Iranian delegation during his visit to Pakistan.

He had separate meetings with Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Mohammad Asif.

The sides discussed issues of common interest and stressed the importance of improving cooperation in the fields of defense, border management and the fight against terrorism.

The Iranian defense official also met with chief of the Air Staff and deputy chief of the Naval Staff.

In one of the deadliest terrorist attacks, 10 Iranian border guards were killed in the country’s southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan close to the border with Pakistan.

The so-called Jaish al-Adl terrorist group, which has carried out numerous attacks in Iran, primarily in Sistan and Baluchestan, claimed responsibility for the attack.

The Pakistan-Iran border, stretching over 900 kilometers, has long been a zone of concern for both countries. The region is marked by complex terrain and porous borders, making it susceptible to the activities of non-state actors, drug traffickers, and militant groups.

Non-state actors pose a significant threat to the stability of both Pakistan and Iran. These actors, including separatist groups, militant factions, and drug traffickers, often operate in the border regions, taking advantage of the difficult terrain and weak governance structures.