ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the United Kingdom have underlined the need for international community to stay engaged for averting humanitarian crisis and economic collapse in Afghanistan.
The resolve came during a meeting between National Security Advisor Dr Moeed Yusuf and British High Commissioner Christian Turner in Islamabad on Thursday, according to a statement.
During the meeting, it was agreed to further strengthen bilateral ties in multiple spheres, including trade and investment, said a news release. The British High Commissioner and the NSA stressed the need for further strengthening the diplomatic ties.
The possibility of support for basic needs in addition to humanitarian assistance was discussed, especially with regard to the health and education sectors.
Dr. Moeed Yusuf said, “It will be imperative for the regional and international partners to constructively engage with Afghanistan including by supporting the country’s economy, reconstruction, rehabilitation and humanitarian needs”.
British High commissioner Christian Turner said, “The UK government look forward to strengthen relationship with Pakistan in years to come by capitalising opportunities to advance shared goals of security, stability, and prosperity in South Asia.”
The British High commissioner praised the efforts of Dr. Moeed Yusuf for devising first National Security Policy of Pakistan.
