Larijani Congratulates Nawaz Sharif On Victory In Pakistanˈs Parliamentary Elections

Tehran, May 16, IRNA – Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani on Wednesday congratulated Nawaz Sharif, leader of Muslim League (N) on victory of his party in the recent parliamentary elections. Larijani said in his message that the successful general election held in Pakistan and the victory of Muslim League (N) is indicative of Pakistani nationˈs confidence in Nawaz Sharif and his party. He viewed massive turnout for the elections as a sign of high political resolve among Pakistani people to determine their own destiny and their interest in regional peace and security. He called for enhanced parliamentary relations between the two countries./end