The Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs has published an answer concerning the suspension of American aid in Pakistan.
The spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Shafqat Ali Khan, addressed the question in a weekly briefing, declaring that the government is currently examining the recent orders of the American president and is in communication with US officials about the situation help.
Khan stressed that the United States and Pakistan have collaborated on various sectors in different sectors for years, and Pakistan remains engaged with the United States in terms of aid.
He also expressed Pakistan’s desire to strengthen economic relations with the United States.
Regarding American-Indian relations, Khan has refrained from commenting, declaring that Pakistan’s relations with the United States are solid. He also clarified that the Freeze of American aid applies to all countries for 90 days, and cooperation continues in various sectors, especially through help in the United States in Pakistan.
The spokesman also noted that American businessmen regularly visit Pakistan and that these visits are not coordinated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs but are part of regular commercial activities.
In addition, Khan discussed the next naval exercises scheduled from February 7 to 12, 2025, in which 60 countries will participate, aimed at promoting peace and cooperation.
Khan has provided updates on the return of 22 Pakistani nationals from Morocco, following a tragic boat incident. He assured that measures are taken for their return safely, although other details on the incident have not been disclosed because of his sensitivity.
In addition, Pakistan condemned attacks against Saudi hospitals in Sweden and Israeli assault in the West Bank. He also announced a bilateral political consultation meeting between Pakistan and Doha on February 5, 2025, led by the Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan.
Finally, Khan underlined the presence of 770 Pakistani prisoners in Indian prisons and reiterated the concerns of Pakistan concerning American weapons used in terrorism in Pakistan, in particular Afghanistan, stressing that Pakistan has raised this Question on various forums.
