A
delegation from European Union including Mr. Roland Kobia, EU special envoy to
Afghanistan accompanied by Mr. Jean Francois Cautain, EU Ambassador to Pakistan
met National Security Adviser Lt. Gen ( R ) Nasser Khan Janjua this
morning. Matters pertaining to regional security situation with a particular
reference to Afghanistan, were discussed in detail.
The
envoy expressed his commitment to advance European Union's contribution to
deliver lasting peace and prosperity in Afghanistan and in the region.
“European Union is aiming at bringing peace in Afghanistan by coordinating and
consulting with all the regional and international countries" he said. He
also acknowledged and appreciated Pakistan’s efforts against terrorism and for
regional peace and stability. “EU recognizes the challenges faced by Pakistan
and appreciates the way Pakistan is responding to those challenges.” he
added.
The
envoy sought NSA's opinion on the issues of counter terrorism, military and
intelligence cooperation and internal political peace process in Afghanistan.
NSA explained the security situation in Afghanistan at length. NSA highlighted
the complexities of the perpetual conflict in Afghanistan and briefed the
role played and contributions made by Pakistan to fight the menace of
terrorism. NSA sensitized the delegates over the fragility of the region and
reiterated Pakistan’s strong commitment towards peace in Afghanistan and the
region. He underscored that a cooperative framework is required to resolve
conflict in Afghanistan and stressed the need of a political solution to the
conflict. Coercing Pakistan will be unhelpful and it will not take us
anywhere.
Both
sides agreed that by means of progression, cooperation and economic
interdependence, this region can be made more stable.
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