Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian to visit Pakistan on August 2, 2025, for a two-day state visit at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the Foreign Office confirmed Friday. This marks President Pezeshkian’s first official visit to Pakistan since taking office in July 2025.
The Iranian delegation will include Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, senior cabinet members, and top officials. Dr. Pezeshkian will meet with PM Shehbaz, President Asif Ali Zardari, and other key political and military figures. High-level discussions will cover trade expansion, energy cooperation, border security, and cultural engagement.
Masoud Pezeshkian to Visit Pakistan for Stronger Ties
The visit reflects a continued push for stronger ties following PM Shehbaz’s trip to Iran on May 26, 2025, when he met both Pezeshkian and other Iranian leaders in Tehran. That visit aimed to boost regional cooperation and express gratitude for Iran’s diplomatic support amid recent tensions with India.
According to Iran’s IRNA news agency, Pezeshkian’s trip will also involve meetings with Pakistani cultural and commercial stakeholders. The President is expected to begin his visit in Lahore, where he’ll pay respects at the mausoleum of Allama Iqbal, before continuing to Islamabad.
What’s Next
Experts say this visit could signal renewed momentum in Pakistan-Iran relations, especially with regional dynamics rapidly shifting. Pezeshkian is the second Iranian president in two years to visit Pakistan, underscoring both sides’ commitment to diplomacy and economic collaboration.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, August 1st, 2025
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