Islamabad: The United States and Pakistan concluded their latest Counterterrorism Dialogue on August 12, 2025, in Islamabad, focusing on shared concerns over growing terrorist activities. The discussions centered on the need for enhanced cooperation to tackle threats from groups like the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), ISIS-Khorasan, and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).

The dialogue, co-chaired by Pakistani Special Secretary Nabeel Munir and U.S. Acting Counterterrorism Coordinator Gregory D. LoGerfo, highlighted the urgency of developing more effective strategies against these organizations.

The U.S. commended Pakistan’s achievements in curbing terrorism and expressed sympathy for victims of recent attacks, including the Jaffar Express incident and the Khuzdar school bus bombing.

Both nations stressed the significance of bolstering security infrastructure and enhancing capabilities to address emerging threats, particularly those involving the exploitation of new technologies by terrorist groups.

The two countries pledged to collaborate closely within international organizations, including the United Nations, to promote effective counterterrorism measures. They also reiterated the importance of their enduring partnership and the need for continuous engagement to maintain regional peace and stability.