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Gen Sharif, US national security adviser discuss regional security
Both express satisfaction on overall positive trajectory in bilateral relationship
INPWASHINGTON - Chief of Army Staff General Raheel Sharif along with Ambassador Jalil Abbas Jilani met United States National Security Adviser Ambassador Susan Rice at the White House on Thursday.
General Sharif and Ambassador Rice held in-depth discussions on the ongoing Pakistan-US security issues and expressed satisfaction on the overall positive trajectory in the bilateral relationship. Both sides reaffirmed their mutual desire and commitment to strengthen their relationship. He thanked Ambassador Rice for understanding of Pakistan’s perspective on regional security and counter terrorism efforts.
He also apprised Rice on the situation obtaining in the region including violation of ceasefire and shelling by India on the Line of Control and the Working Boundary. Both sides acknowledged the importance of reinforcing stability in Afghanistan. In this regard, Rice appreciated the high level exchanges between Pakistan and Afghanistan following the inauguration of the new unity government led by Ashraf Ghani.
Both sides also recognised the continued need for close coordination and cooperation for ensuring peace and stability in Afghanistan. General Sharif is in Washington for his first official visit to the US on the invitation of the US Army chief of the staff.
Courtesy www.dailytimes.com.pk