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Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Obama reiterates support for democracy in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: US President Obama reiterated his strong support for democracy in Pakistan and expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s accomplishments in numerous fields during a phonecall to President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday. Obama also invited President Zardari to visit the US. Both the presidents welcomed the substantial progress made at the recently concluded third round of the Pak-US Strategic Dialogue and underscored the importance of forging a comprehensive partnership between the US and Pakistan. President Zardari, thanking President Obama for the invitation, said he was also looking forward to the visit of President Obama in the early part of 2011 to Pakistan. The two presidents exchanged views on regional matters and agreed on the need to enhance consultations and cooperation at all levels to promote peace, development and stability in the region as well as to achieve success in the fight against extremism and terrorism. Zardari thanked Obama for the strong expression of support for Pakistan, the democratic forces and progress and prosperity of the Pakistani people. Meanwhile, US Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan Richard Holbrooke on Tuesday telephoned President Asif Ali Zardari and discussed matters relating to the Pak-US Strategic Dialogue. staff report
Courtesy www.dailytimes.com.pk