FO (World appreciates Pak role in war on terror: Foreign Minister)

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Khawaja Mohammad Asif has said that China, Russia, Turkey and other countries have acknowledged Pakistan’s efforts in war against terrorism.

In an interview,he said the United States is not recognizing Pakistan’s sacrifices in the war against terrorism.

He said Jawans, and high ranking officers of the Pakistani armed forces have sacrificed their lives in fighting this menace.

Khawaja Asif said the United States took benefits in Afghan war, while Pakistan was left to face immense trouble and destruction.

To a query, he said nine billion dollars are yet to be paid by the United State to Pakistan in Coalition Support Fund.

To another question, the Foreign Minister said Pakistan is not an isolated country diplomatically and it maintains good relations with many countries.

Replying to a question, he said Pakistan has destroyed all the networks of terrorists and restored peace in Swat, Tribal areas and other parts of the country.