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Monday, September 26, 2011

CJCSC wants irritants in Pak-US ties removed

ISLAMABAD: General Khalid Shameem Wyne, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, on Sunday “stressed upon addressing the irritants in the relationship with US which are a result of an extremely complex situation.” Wyne conveyed his reaction to General James Mattis, commander of the US Central Command, the military said in a statement. Their meeting followed scathing criticism by top US military officer Admiral Mike Mullen that Pakistan was “exporting” terror to neighbouring Afghanistan. “Both leaders discussed various matters of mutual interests and emerging geo-strategic situation in the region,” the statement said. General Wyne “expressed his concern about the negative statements emanating from the US and stressed upon addressing the irritants in the relationship which are a result of an extremely complex situation.” “Pakistan armed forces are committed to achieving enduring peace in the region which will only be possible through mutual trust and cooperation,” the statement said. Separately the US embassy said Mattis visited Islamabad to meet with army chief General Ashfaq Kayani and Wyne. “The generals had candid discussions about the current challenges in the US-Pakistan relationship. “General Mattis also emphasised the vital role the Pakistan military plays in international security efforts to protect the Pakistani and Afghan people. app

Courtesy www.dailytimes.com.pk

 

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