- DPM Visit Kabul for improving bilateral links from Afghanistan Pakistan.
- Dar highlights terrorism, security as reasons for diplomatic coldness.
- FM emphasizes economic and regional cooperation through rail links.
Islamabad: Vice-Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ishaq Dar left for an official day visit to Kabul on Saturday, accompanied by a high-level delegation, in the midst of tense relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan for security problems and deportation issues.
“The DPM / FM directs a high-level delegation, including a special representative for the Afghan ambassador, Sadiq Khan, special assistant by Prime Minister Tariq Bajwa, federal secretaries for trade, railways and interior, as well as other senior officials,” said the spokesperson for the foreign office in a press release.
The Deputy Prime Minister addressed the media of Noor Khan Airbase before his departure, where he spoke of the importance of Pakistan’s relations with his Western neighbor.
“Afghanistan is a neighboring Muslim country and Pakistan has long-standing and historical ties,” he said. “OUR [Pakistan and Afghanistan’s] The relationship was like that of two brothers, because they are united – and it should remain like that. »»
DAR has acknowledged that the links between the two countries had been freezing in recent years for a number of reasons, in particular concerns about national security.
“There has been a certain coldness in the links recently, mainly due to the security of Pakistan, the security of life and the property of our people and the most important concern for Pakistan-terrorism,” he added.
Despite the challenges, the Deputy Prime Minister expressed optimism as to the economic and commercial potential between the two nations.
“There are countless commercial and economic opportunities between the two countries. We can connect to the countries of Central Asia by the railroad from Afghanistan, “noted Dar. “However, this idea cannot be carried out unless there is a good department of railways in Afghanistan.”
He deplored that the current economic potential of the Pakistan-Afghanistan relationship has not been fully used and highlighted the need for greater cooperation.
“I go with good will, and I will try to bring these two Muslim countries closer. We must do everything possible for economic progress and the improvement of our people through mutual cooperation. ”
During his visit, DAR should hold meetings with the main leaders of Afghanistan to discuss bilateral relations, trade and regional stability.
