ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday welcomed the efforts aimed at easing tension and promoting regional peace, warning that any military escalation involving Iran could destabilise the Gulf region, South Asia and Western Asia.
“Any instability involving Iran, or any attempt to resolve issues through military means, carries grave risks. Such actions could …, undermine global peace, and cause serious harm to the global economy. The stakes are far too high for confrontation,” The president said while speaking at a reception hosted by the embassy of Iran to celebrate 47th anniversary of Iran’s National Day.
He said Pakistan opposed unilateral sanctions and coercive measures, including against Iran, and believed that peaceful engagement best served regional and global security.
“Pakistan welcomes efforts aimed at easing tensions and encourages continued dialogue among relevant parties in a constructive spirit, with the objective of promoting peace and stability in the region,” he added.