Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi meets Taliban govt interim PM

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi meets Taliban govt interim PM Mullah Hassan Akhund in Kabul on Thursday.

The Afghan Taliban govt’s interim Prime Minister also thanked the Pakistani leadership for extending timely humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan.

Meanwhile, the Foreign Minister said that Pakistan desires durable peace and stability in Afghanistan.

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi meets Taliban govt interim PM

He said Pakistan remains determined to help Afghan brethren on humanitarian grounds.

Furthermore, he said Pakistan wants to enhance bilateral trade with Afghanistan.

On the occasion, Shah Mahmood Qureshi also mentioned the steps Pakistan has taken to facilitate people of Afghanistan.

He mentioned visa facilities to Afghan citizens, especially the business community among those steps.

Moreover, he also mentioned, opening up of new border points, and facilitating movement.

He expressed Pakistan’s resolve to play a constructive role, in collaboration with Afghanistan’s neighbouring countries, for peace and stability in the region.

During the meeting, both sides also exchanged on matters of bilateral interest, enhancing cooperation in economic sector.

Particularly, they spoke on trade and commerce, as well as various options to bring the Afghan people out of the economic crisis.

Earlier, upon arrival, Mullah Hassan Akhund welcomed Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and his delegation.

Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi, leading a high-level delegation, arrived in Kabul on Thursday.

GTV