ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Prime Minister Imran Khan has underscored that both Pakistan and Germany should work closely for the promotion of shared interests relating to regional peace and stability.
Talking to the Foreign Minister of Germany Heiko Maas who met him in Islamabad on Tuesday, and exchanged views on the Afghanistan situation and Pakistan-Germany bilateral relations, the prime minister recalled his conversation with German Chancellor Angela Merkel, in which the two leaders had a fruitful exchange of views on the Afghanistan situation.
The prime minister underscored that a peaceful and stable Afghanistan was vitally important for Pakistan and the region.
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— Prime Minister’s Office, Pakistan (@PakPMO) August 31, 2021
The prime minister stressed that at this pivotal moment in Afghanistan’s history, it was important for the international community to remain in support and solidarity with the Afghans
Imran Khan underlined that urgent steps were needed to stabilize the security situation, address humanitarian needs, and ensure economic stability in Afghanistan.
These would require sustained engagement with Afghanistan, he added.
The German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas conveyed cordial greetings of Chancellor Angela Merkel.
While sharing Germany’s viewpoint on the evolving situation in Afghanistan, Heiko Maas thanked for Pakistan’s support and facilitation for Germany’s evacuation endeavours from Afghanistan.
The German foreign minister also highlighted the celebration of the 70th anniversary of the establishment of Pakistan-Germany diplomatic relations during 2021. The two Countries are holding a series of events to celebrate this milestone in a befitting manner.
