Islamabad, June 17, 2021 (PPI-OT):Foreign Secretary Sohail Mahmood has reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong desire for a peaceful political settlement in Afghanistan, which is the only way forward. Talking to UN Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy on Afghanistan and Regional Issues Jean Arnault in Islamabad today (Thursday), he underlined that securing a negotiated political settlement would require sustained and constructive engagement as well as flexibility by the Afghan leaders.

The Foreign Secretary expressed concern over the high incidence of violence in Afghanistan and stressed that all sides must work for immediate reduction in violence, leading to ceasefire. He also briefed Arnault on Pakistan’s consistent policy of support to Afghan peace process, forging closer Pakistan-Afghanistan bilateral relationship, and facilitating economic integration and regional connectivity.

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