Saudi-Iran Rapprochement Could Bring Positive Changes To Regional Geopolitics

News Desk

Islamabad: The agreement reached between Saudi Arabia and Iran, through Chinese good offices, was a testament to the victory of pragmatism, which shows that mutual understanding and cooperation are vital to safeguarding national interests, said Former Ambassador of Pakistan to Iran (retd) Javid Hussain.

The détente between Saudi Arabia and Iran had the potential to bring about positive changes, countering the negative impacts of regional geopolitics, the ambassador added.

He made these remarks as a keynote speaker at a webinar on ‘Saudi-Iranian Rapprochement’, held by the National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST) Institute of Policy Studies (NIPS).

Centre for Middle Eastern Studies (ORSAM) Director Prof Ahmet Uysal stated that Türkiye emphasises the need to preserve cordial ties with one’s neighbours. He hoped for a reduction in regional tensions and praised the recent cooperation between nations.

Centre for Research and Security Studies Executive Director ImtiazGul pointed out that regional politics is shifting rapidly, which calls for careful diplomacy on the part of Pakistan to avoid falling behind the geopolitical curve in the region.

Lt. Gen. (retd) Masud Aslam emphasised the protracted history of animosities between Saudi Arabia and Iran and argued that Pakistan should adhere to realism and prudent management of bilateral relations with both countries.

Global affairs expert Solvere Lim Swee Keng underscored the importance of inter- and intra-civilizational harmony for regional and global peace.

Keng added that trade and connectivity had proven to be ‘reliable vehicles’ for harmony promotion within and across regions.