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| COAS stresses need for 'enhanced' Pak-Afghan cooperation to tackle terrorism in meeting with Muttaqi |
| 2023-05-08 |
| [GEO.TV] Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir, in meeting with Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, stressed the need for enhanced cooperation between Pakistain and Afghanistan to "effectively" tackle the common challenges of terrorism and extremism. According to a statement released by the the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Afghan FM, who is currently in Pakistain for a four-day visit, called on the army chief at his office in Rawalpindi. The two discussed issues of mutual interest including aspects related to regional security, border management, and formalisation of bilateral security mechanisms for improvement in the current security environment. Besides discussing the bilateral issues, COAS Gen Munir also reiterated the need for full support and commitment from the interim Afghan government in matters of mutual interest, the military's media wing stated. Moreover, the visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistain's traditional support for the people of Afghanistan and acknowledged the important role that the country continues to play in facilitating peace and development in Afghanistan. He also expressed his desire to work closely with Pakistain to promote regional stability and prosperity. During the meeting, both sides agreed on the importance of maintaining regular contact to strengthen bilateral ties and address issues of common concern. Later, the army chief reaffirmed Pakistain’s commitment to a stable, peaceful and prosperous Afghanistan. |
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