NEW DELHI, July 6 (Bernama) -- Pakistan's leaders on Saturday warmly congratulated Iran's presidential election winner Massoud Pezeshkian.
"Heartiest congratulations to my brother Dr Massoud Pezeshkian on his victory in Iran's presidential elections! I look forward to working closely with President-elect Dr Pezeshkian to further strengthen Pakistan-Iran bilateral ties and promote regional peace and stability," Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said.
"As neighbouring countries, Pakistan and Iran enjoy a close and historic relationship. We must ensure a bright future for our two peoples through mutually beneficial cooperation," Shehbaz added.
Pezeshkian, a lawmaker and heart surgeon, won Iran's presidential election run-off against conservative politician Saeed Jalili.
"Pakistan and Iran enjoy fraternal ties and I hope that under your leadership our relations will grow further stronger. Looking forward to working together for the peace and prosperity of the region," President Asif Ali Zardari said while congratulating Pezeshkian.
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