FM Qureshi, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg discuss emerging situation in Afghanistan and bilateral cooperation

By Muhammad JuniadPublished On 06 Jan 2023

BRUSSELS: NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg called on Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi at NATO headquarters.

During the meeting, the emerging situations in Afghanistan, bilateral cooperation, and regional situation were discussed.

While talking to NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg at NATO headquarters, Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said that international cooperation with new setup in Afghanistan is inevitable to avert a refugee crisis and prevent that country from once again becoming a terrorist haven and a drug center. “Pakistan is pursuing a policy of peaceful neighborhood for peace and stability in the entire South Asian region.”

“Pakistan is desirous of amicable resolution of all outstanding disputes including Jammu and Kashmir through dialogue,” he added.

The Foreign Minister reiterated Pakistan's resolve for peace and stability in Afghanistan and said that the looming humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan is worrying. He emphasized the need for timely humanitarian and economic assistance by the international community to Afghanistan.

The Foreign Minister said that high-level exchanges between Pakistan and Belgium have played a significant role in strengthening bilateral ties.

On this occasion, the NATO Secretary-General appreciated Pakistan's support during NATO's decades-long stay in Afghanistan.