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Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Petraeus praises Pakistan efforts against terroristsBy Iqbal Choudhry
ISLAMABAD: US General David Petraeus on Monday praised Pakistan’s fight against the Taliban during a key first round of talks since taking command of US-led NATO troops in Afghanistan.
The International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) commander called on Chief of Army Staff General Ashfaq Kayani at the General Headquarters.
“Recent events demonstrate both the common threat posed to Pakistan and Afghanistan by insurgents and the efforts that the Pakistan military is making to counter this threat,” Petraeus said, adding, “I look forward to continuing to work with General Kayani to identify areas of mutual interest and to cooperate in efforts that can help improve regional security.”
According to sources, General Petraeus briefed General Kayani about the recent military situation in Afghanistan.
The ISAF commander asked the COAS to launch a military operation against the Taliban in North Waziristan.
According to an ISPR statement, it was Petraeus’ first visit to Pakistan after assuming the command of the ISAF.
Both the military commanders discussed matters of professional interest and expressed satisfaction over the level of cooperation between the two forces.
Separately, US Ambassador Anne W Patterson also called on COAS Kayani at the General Headquarters.
The visiting dignitary remained with him for some time and discussed the matters of mutual interest.
Courtesy www.dailytimes.com.pk