Abstract:
The bilateral relations between Pakistan and Iran have
always been determined by the interplay of regional
dynamics, geopolitics and role of external powers. This
paper analyses the current politico-security trends, conflict
sites, regional and global geopolitical designs and
simultaneous interests of both countries. Apart from their
different areas of interest and separate alliance systems, key
factors such as interest of regional governments fuelling
conflicts and supporting opposition agendas, sectarianism
and ideological rivalries have affected their bilateral
relations. The future of this relationship lies in strengthening
economic cooperation and working together to stop the
ingress of the Islamic State
