In a significant breakthrough, the President of Iran and the Prime Minister of Pakistan met in Cairo to discuss the long-stalled Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline project. The meeting resulted in a mutual agreement to tackle the project’s hurdles head-on, with both leaders instructing their ministers to identify primary obstacles and devise strategies to overcome them .
The Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline, also called the “Peace Pipeline,” has faced numerous delays due to geopolitical tensions and U.S. sanctions against Iran. Despite these challenges, both nations have reaffirmed their commitment to completing the project.
PM Shahbaz Sharif also extends invitation to President Masoud Pezeshkian to Visit Pakistan.
Iran has already completed its segment of the pipeline, extending from the South Pars gas field to the border with Pakistan. Pakistan is now expected to begin construction on its end, with the project aiming to provide 750 million cubic feet of gas per day to Pakistan .
This development signals a potential breakthrough in the project, with both countries keen on ensuring its completion to secure energy needs and foster economic cooperation.