Pakistan, US agree to further promote bilateral relations

Pakistan and the US have agreed to continue work together for the promotion of shared objective of establishment of peace in Afghanistan.

This was made during a telephonic conversation between Prime Minister Imran Khan and US President Donald Trump.

Both leaders discussed bilateral and regional issues and further agreed to remain in close contact.

Prime Minister Imran Khan conveyed that the release of Western hostages in Afghanistan was a positive development and Pakistan was happy that they were safe and free.

President Trump thanked the Prime Minister for Pakistan’s efforts in facilitating this positive outcome.

The Prime Minister re-affirmed Pakistan’s commitment to the advancement of Afghan peace and reconciliation process for a peaceful and stable Afghanistan.

The Prime Minister apprised President Trump of the current situation in IOJ&K, underscoring that over 8 million people remained under siege for over 100 days now.

Appreciating President Trump’s continued engagement as well as mediation offer, Prime Minister Imran Khan stressed that the President must continue his efforts for facilitation of a peaceful solution of the Jammu & Kashmir dispute.