Khan underlines need for stability in Afghanistan

PESHAWAR (Pajhwok): Pakistan Prime Minister Khan has received telephone calls from his British counterpart Boris Johnson and German Chancellor Angela Merkel.

They exchanged views on the latest situation in Afghanistan, with Khan underlining the importance of a peaceful and stable Afghanistan for Pakistan and the wider region.

Both Johnson and Merkel agreed to stay in touch with the Pakistani premier on the evolving situation in Afghanistan, Khan’s office said in a statement on Tuesday.

Safety and security as well as protection of the rights of all Afghans was critically important for the neighbouring country, the Pakistani leader noted.

An inclusive political settlement was the best way forward, he believed, saying Pakistan was reaching out to all Afghan leaders.

The international community must also stay engaged, particularly to support the people of Afghanistan economically, the prime minister stressed.

He went on to highlight the role that Pakistan played in facilitating the evacuation of diplomatic personnel and staff of international and others from Afghanistan.

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