ISLAMABAD: The nuclear deal between Iran and the world powers will have ‘positive implications’ for Pakistan in particular and the region at large, analysts say.
“I think the regional environment will improve considerably due to the Iran deal,” said defence analyst Lt Gen Talat Masood rtd.
He did not subscribe to fears that Pakistan could come under pressure from the West over its nuclear issue following the understanding reached between Tehran and the P5+1 - namely United States, Russia, China, United Kingdom, and France, plus Germany - in Geneva.
Pakistan, itself a nuclear power and Iran’s immediate neighbour, has always remained concerned about the potential military conflict due to the long-running dispute.
“There will be less tension in this region and I believe this will help Pakistan to pursue the Iran gas pipeline project more vigorously,” Masood said.
A senior foreign ministry official who wished to remain anonymous also dismissed suggestions that the Geneva deal would put any pressure on Pakistan as far as the security and safety of its nuclear arsenal was concerned.
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