Lasting peace in Afghanistan prerequisite for stability: Rashid

Islamabad, September 07, 2021 (PPI-OT):Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmad says lasting peace in Afghanistan is a prerequisite for stability in the region and the world. He was talking to the German Ambassador in Pakistan Bernhard Schlagheck and Ambassador of the Netherlands Wouter Plomp in Islamabad. They discussed matters of mutual interest including the prevailing situation in Afghanistan.

Sheikh Rashid said peace in Afghanistan is a must for peace in Pakistan as Pakistan wants peace and stability in Afghanistan. He said government of Pakistan is providing full assistance to the Afghan citizens and foreigners, who are leaving Afghanistan and a facilitation desk has been established at the Interior Ministry to provide support round the clock in this connection.

The German and Dutch envoys thanked Pakistan’s timely assistance in the safe evacuation of foreigners, particularly the European citizens and concerned members of organizations from Afghanistan. They also hailed the role of Pakistan for its long-term support and accommodating a large number of Afghan refugees.

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