Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Friday expressed hope for an agreement between the United States and Iran, stating that Pakistan would be a major beneficiary of such a peace settlement. He highlighted that the biggest benefit would be a secure border with Iran, as reported by Pakistani media.
Asif made these remarks during a press conference in Islamabad, emphasizing that regional stability would positively impact Pakistan's economy and security. He did not provide specific details on the timeline or nature of the potential deal.
The minister's comments come amid ongoing indirect talks between the US and Iran, mediated by Oman, regarding Iran's nuclear program. Asif noted that Pakistan supports diplomatic solutions to regional conflicts.