ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi had a telephonic conversation with newly appointed U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken in which they discussed Pakistan-US relations and Afghan peace.
As the two country representatives talked on, FM Qureshi underscored Pakistan’s commitment to forging a comprehensive partnership with the United States based on the attainment of various mutual interests.
The Foreign Minister said peace in Afghanistan, through a negotiated political settlement, was one of the primary bilateral interests.
It was essential to have a reduction in the violence which shall lead to ceasefire and to work towards securing an inclusive political solution in Afghanistan. Pakistan had facilitated the Afghan peace process and remained committed to working with the United States as a partner for peace.
