Navigating Complexities: An Analysis of Pakistan-Iran Relations in Current Global Scenario.

Abstract

The Pakistan-Iran relations have experienced fluctuations in the last five months of 2024. On the one hand, the year began with military strikes against each other, while on the other, there have been high-level visits aimed at strengthening bilateral relations. This paper explores the current situation of Pakistan-Iran relations, providing a brief historical overview and offering recommendations for the future. This analyzes the current scenario, keeping in the view the historical perspectives by focusing on military assaults, diplomatic strains, their quick resolution, and subsequent high-level visits, such as those by the Iranian Foreign Minister, the President of Pakistan, and the Pakistani Prime Minister's visit to Iran in the context of the incident. The paper particularly emphasizes cross-border terrorism, the Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline, trade relations, the Barter Deal, and the impact of US sanctions, all these have drastically altered bilateral ties. Finally, there are no major conflicts between the two countries, minor hurdles can be overcome. US sanctions remain a significant challenge, which both countries could jointly address through China's involvement in the context of the new Cold War.