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ISLAMABAD, December 6: Foreign Office Spokesperson Dr. Muhammad Faisal says US President Donald Trump’s letter to Prime Minister Imran Khan seeking assistance on Afghan issue vindicates Pakistan’s considered position that Afghan issue can only be solved through negotiations.
Addressing weekly briefing in Islamabad on Thursday, the Foreign Office spokesperson said Pakistan has always advocated political settlement to end the war in Afghanistan. Welcoming the US decision, Dr. Muhammad Faisal reiterated Pakistan’ commitment to play a facilitative role in bringing peace in the neighboring country. He said peace and stability in Afghanistan remains a shared responsibility. He said US Special Representative for Peace and Reconciliation in Afghanistan held meetings with Prime Minister, Foreign Minister and Foreign Secretary. The Foreign Minister reiterated Pakistan’s steadfast support for a negotiated settlement in Afghanistan. Dr. Faisal said the position of Pakistan is gaining traction that Afghan issue can only be resolved through Afghan led and Afghan owned peace process. He termed the letter of US President Donald Trump to President Imran Khan a good omen for melting the ice in relations between Pakistan and the US. – Sabah
