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Ashraf Ghani vowed to ‘fight to death’ hours before fleeing Afghanistan: Antony Blinken

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Ashraf Ghani vowed to ‘fight to death’ hours before fleeing Afghanistan: Antony Blinken

Former Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani said he would “fight to the death” the night before he fled Afghanistan as the Taliban closed in on Kabul, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken told an Afghan television channel. “What he told me in that conversation the night before he fled is that, as he put it, he … Read more

Afghanistan’s All-Girls Robotics Team is desperate to move out of the country as the Taliban seizes power

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Afghanistan's All-Girls Robotics Team is desperate to move out

Afghanistan’s all-girls robotics team, which has garnered headlines in recent years for its creations, is desperately trying to leave the country after the Taliban gained control of the capital city of Kabul over the weekend, according to a report from Canada’s media. “They’re worried about what tomorrow brings. They want to continue to be educated. … Read more

“I was forced to leave Afghanistan”, says exiled Afghan President

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Afghan President Ashraf Ghani

On Wednesday, exiled Afghan President Ashraf Ghani justified his decision to flee Kabul as the Taliban took control and eventually destroyed his government. He claimed that he was “forced to leave Afghanistan with one set of traditional clothes, a vest and the sandals I was wearing.” Ghani left Afghanistan on Sunday just as the Taliban … Read more

Ashraf Ghani and family welcomed by UAE ‘on humanitarian grounds’

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President Ashraf Ghani

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that it has welcomed exiled Afghan President Ashraf Ghani and his family into the country. “The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation can confirm that the UAE has welcomed President Ashraf Ghani and his family into the country on humanitarian grounds,” read a statement on the … Read more

Afghanistan Crisis: Taliban announces ‘amnesty’ across the country

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Afghanistan war over, formation of new govt will be clear soon: Taliban

The Taliban has confirmed an “amnesty” across Afghanistan, trying to tranquil tensions through a nervous capital city. Taliban has further announced and urged Afghan women to join its government. Whereas Kabul airport is in chaos, as thousands of Afghani citizens trying to flee the country surrounded the city’s international airport in a despairing effort to … Read more

Afghanistan crises: Taliban takes complete control of Kabul

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The Taliban has taken complete control of Afghanistan and has acknowledged the war in the country to be over. Following the happenings after taking control of the presidential palace in Kabul which made the Western nations jumbled on Monday to vacate their people amidst disorder at the airport. Whereas the President of Afghanistan Ashraf Ghani escaped … Read more

“Pakistan does not want to close down its embassy in Kabul”: Foreign Office

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Foreign Office Pakistan Embassy Kabul

The Foreign Office (FO) has on Sunday said that it has not decided to close down the embassy in Kabul and is monitoring the ongoing situation in Afghanistan.

According to the FO spokesperson, all security measures have been taken for diplomatic staff in the Pakistan embassy and relief is being provided to Pakistanis currently stranded in the country.

“The situation in Afghanistan is changing at a rapid pace,” he said.

“Pakistan has always desired peace in the neighbouring country and hoped that the security situation should not deteriorate.”

The foreign office said that Pakistan does not want to close down its embassy in Kabul.

The statement from Foreign Office came after it was reported that the Taliban have begun entering the Afghan capital Kabul from all sides, the Afghan interior ministry said on Sunday.

Taliban Say They Will Not Take Kabul “By Force”

The Afghan Taliban fighters have arrived at Kabul’s surrounding areas but have not yet entered the city, confirmed the authorities on Sunday.

The Taliban, however, announced that they did not intend to take the city via force.

“Negotiations are underway to ensure that the transition process is completed safely and securely, without compromising the lives, property and honour of anyone, and without compromising the lives of Kabulis,” it said.

“The Islamic Emirate instructs all its forces to stand at the gates of Kabul, not to try to enter the city,” a spokesman for the Taliban tweeted.

Pakistan Shuts Torkham Border After Taliban Seize Border Crossing

The Pakistan government has Sunday ordered to shut the Torkham border with Afghanistan after Taliban fighters took over control of the border posts in Afghan territory.

Reports said that the rebels took positions on the posts after Afghan border forces laid down their arms before them.

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Latest Updates: Taliban fighters enter outskirts of Kabul, negotiations underway

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Taliban Kabul Live Updates

High-ranking Afghan Officials Are At Airport

A number of high-ranking Afghan officials, including some of President Ashraf Ghani’s advisors, arrived at the VIP lounge of the airport and were waiting for a flight out of Kabul, a source at the Hamid Karzai international airport said.

US Pulling Out All Personnel From Kabul Embassy In Next 72 Hours

The US is completely pulling out all personnel from the embassy in Kabul over the next 72 hours, including the top officials.

According to sources, it is a situation that many State Department security officials expected would have to happen as Taliban gains accelerated in recent days.

Most of the diplomats will go to the airport in Kabul and then fly back to America.

Qalat Becomes 25th Provincial Capital To Fall To Taliban

Multiple videos from the city of Qalat appear to show the Taliban in control of the city whilst the Taliban’s white flag flying in several locations.

A local journalist told that the Taliban had entered the city.

There has been no word from the government or any provincial official on the city’s status.

Taliban Say They Will Not Take Kabul “By Force”

The Afghan Taliban fighters have arrived at Kabul’s surrounding areas but have not yet entered the city, confirmed the authorities on Sunday.

The Taliban, however, announced that they did not intend to take the city via force.

“Negotiations are underway to ensure that the transition process is completed safely and securely, without compromising the lives, property and honour of anyone, and without compromising the lives of Kabulis,” it said.

“The Islamic Emirate instructs all its forces to stand at the gates of Kabul, not to try to enter the city,” a spokesman for the Taliban tweeted.

Taliban Seized Jalalabad

The Taliban have moved closer to take over Afghanistan, with the capital Kabul now the only major city left in government hands.

On Sunday the militants took control of Jalalabad, a key eastern city, without any battle.

It followed the seizure of the government’s northern bastion of Mazar-i-Sharif just a day earlier.

President Ashraf Ghani Under Pressure To Step Down

The speedy downfall of the Afghan government forces has left President Ashraf Ghani under growing pressure to resign.

He appears to face a stark choice between surrender or a fight to hold the capital.

Helicopters Begin Landing On US Embassy For Evacuation

Meanwhile, the US has begun evacuating members of staff from its embassy in Kabul. On Sunday morning they were being taken to the airport where they have been seen boarding six large military transport planes. The US has deployed 5,000 troops to help with the operation.

Taliban negotiators To Discuss Transfer of Power

Taliban negotiators headed to the presidential palace on Sunday to discuss the transfer, said an Afghan official.

The negotiators on the government side included former President Hamid Karzai and Abdullah Abdullah, the head of the Afghan National Reconciliation Council, an official said.

Abdullah has long been a vocal critic of President Ashraf Ghani, who has rejected to give up power to get a deal with the Taliban.

The official disclosing details of the closed-doors negotiations, described them as “tense.”

Pakistan Shuts Torkham Border After Taliban Seize Border Crossing

The Pakistan government has Sunday ordered to shut the Torkham border with Afghanistan after Taliban fighters took over control of the border posts in Afghan territory.

Reports said that the rebels took positions on the posts after Afghan border forces laid down their arms before them.

‘Remobilisation Of Armed Forces Top Priority”: Ghani

On Saturday, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani addressed his nation, saying he had “initiated consultations” with elders, political figures, ethnic leaders and international partners.

“In the current situation, the remobilisation of our security and defence forces is our top priority, and serious steps are being taken in this regard,” he said in a televised speech.

He gave no hint he would resign or take responsibility for the current situation, but said “consultations” were taking place to try and end the war.

“As a historic mission, I will not let the imposed war on people cause more deaths,” he said.

“Therefore, I have started extensive consultations inside the government with the elders, political leaders, representatives of people, and international partners on achieving a reasonable and certain political solution in which the peace and stability of the people of Afghanistan are envisaged.”

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Taliban Capture Faizabad, Hundreds Of Afghan Soldiers Surrender

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Taliban Capture Faizabad, Hundreds Of Afghan Soldiers Surrender

The Afghan Taliban have captured Faizabad, the capital of Badakhshan. This is the Taliban’s capture of the ninth provincial capital in less than a week. A member of the provincial assembly has confirmed the Taliban’s capture, according to the French news agency AFP. Meanwhile, according to Afghan media, Afghan Army Chief General Wali Mohammad Ahmadzai … Read more

Pakistan postpones Afghan Peace Conference

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Pakistan-Afghan border reopens days after deadly clash

Pakistan has postponed the Afghan Peace Conference, which was programmed from July 17-19, stated Foreign Office Spokesperson Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri. “The Afghan Peace Conference scheduled to be held in Islamabad from 17-19 July 2021 has been postponed until after Eid Al-Adha […] the new dates of the conference will be announced later,” he added. The progress … Read more

PM Imran Meets President Ashraf Ghani On Sidelines Of Central & South Asia 2021

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Prime Minister Imran Khan Ashraf Ghani

Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan has on Friday held a meeting with Afghan President Ashraf Ghani at the sidelines of the Central and South Asia 2021 conference.

PM Imran Khan and Afghan President Ashraf Ghani are leading their respective delegations in the talks during the meeting.

Director-General Inter-Services Intelligence (DG-ISI) Lieutenant General Faiz also attended the talks.

“Pakistan hosts more than 3 million Afghan Refugees, does not have a capacity for more,” the premier said.

He further said that turbulence in Afghanistan is the last thing we want.

Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that no country has done more than Pakistan to bring the Afghan Taliban to the negotiating table adding that it is very unfair to blame Pakistan for what is happening in Afghanistan.

Addressing the Central and South Asia Conference in Tashkent, he responded to Afghan President Ashraf Ghani’s remarks about Pakistan’s negative role in the Afghan conflict, saying, that Pakistan is the most affected due to the Afghan conflict.

He further said that Pakistan has lost 70,000 lives in the last 15 years, adding that escalation of the conflict would be the last thing Pakistan wanted.

“Our economy is finally recovering, and we are going through one of the most difficult periods,” he said.

“I repeat, the mess in Afghanistan will be the last thing Pakistan wants. I can assure you that no country has done more than Pakistan to bring the Taliban to the negotiating table,” he said.

“With the reduction of military action against the Taliban in Pakistan, we have made every effort to bring them to the negotiating table so that a peaceful settlement can take place,” he said.

The Prime Minister said that it is very unjust to blame Pakistan for what is happening in Afghanistan.

“The whole point was to see Pakistan as a partner in peace. I was very disappointed that Pakistan was blamed for what was happening in Afghanistan,” he said.

He said that what is happening in Afghanistan is due to two decades of conflict, deep divisions and unfortunately the United States tried finding a military solution but they did not win.

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Biden’s decision to not engage with Pakistan ‘disaster in the making’

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KARACHI: US Senator Lindsey Graham has said that the Biden administration’s decision to withdraw its forces from Afghanistan without engaging Pakistan is a ‘major disaster in the making’. Deeming it a disaster worse than the one in Iraq, Graham, in a series of tweets, said it was ‘stunning’ to hear that US President Joe Biden … Read more

FM Qureshi Calls On Afghan President On Sideline Of Heart Of Asia Conference

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Shah Mahmood Qureshi Javad Zarif

Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Tuesday met with Afghan President Ashraf Ghani on the sidelines of the ninth “Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process” conference in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan. During the meeting, various issues of mutual interest, including Pak-Afghan bilateral relations and the Afghan peace process, were discussed. Shah Mehmood Qureshi said that … Read more

Afghan Taliban Reject Ashraf Ghani’s Proposal For New Elections

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Afghan Taliban Reject Ashraf Ghani's Proposal For New Elections

The Afghan Taliban has rejected President Ashraf Ghani’s proposal to hold new elections in Afghanistan later this year. President Ashraf Ghani has not released details of his proposal to hold early elections. However, two Afghan government officials say they will announce their election plans at a conference of Afghan parties in Turkey next month. With … Read more

Taliban Threatens US Over Delaying In Troop Withdrawal From Afghanistan

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Taliban Threatens US Over Delaying In Troop Withdrawal From Afghanistan

The Taliban has threatened Washington with dire consequences if it does not abide by the May 1 deadline for the withdrawal of US and NATO troops from Afghanistan. The Taliban issued the warning during a press conference in Moscow, according to the reports. The administration of US President Joe Biden says it is reviewing an … Read more

Pakistan Has The Highest Desire For Peace In Afghanistan: PM

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Pakistan Has The Highest Desire For Peace In Afghanistan: PM

Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that PTI government will continue to take steps for development in Afghanistan. According to details, Ahmad Wali Masood, head of Masood Foundation Afghanistan, called on Prime Minister Imran Khan, during the meeting the Prime Minister appreciated the services of the late Ahmad Shah Masood. The Prime Minister briefed the … Read more

Taliban delegation all set for Afghan peace talks with Iranian officials

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Taliban delegation in Iran

A high-level delegation of Taliban, led by Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, has arrived Iran for talks on the peace process in war-torn Afghanistan.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said the Taliban political delegation had arrived in Tehran on Tuesday morning at the invitation of the Iranian Foreign Ministry.

The spokesman added that Taliban representatives are set to meet Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Iran’s Special Envoy for Afghanistan Mohammad Ebrahim Taherian, among other officials.

The Taliban’s delegates have paid several visits to Iran over the past months.

Iran strongly supports the realization of peace and stability in neighboring Afghanistan, which has been embroiled in decades of militancy fueled by foreign military intervention.

The ongoing intra-Afghan peace process and US troop withdrawal from the war-torn country are expected to figure high during the discussions.

Taliban spokesman Mohammad Naeem said the two sides will discuss “relations between Tehran and Kabul, issues related to Afghan refugees in Iran, and prevailing political and security situation of Afghanistan and the region”.

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Two Female Supreme Court judges Killed In Afghanistan

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On Sunday morning, unidentified gunmen killed Afghanistan’s two female judges of the Supreme Court.

According to the details provided by the police, the two female judges were killed in an attack at around 8:30 am. Their driver got wounded by the attack.

On the other hand, a spokesman for the Taliban said the group was not behind the attack.

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani condemned the attack and issued a statement.

Ghani said “terror, horror and crime” was not a solution to Afghanistan’s problem.

It should be mention here that in recent months many government officials, journalists, and activists have been targeted, spreading terror especially in the capital Kabul.

Due to the rising violence in Afghanistan, US-brokered talks have been badly disturbed, taking place in Doha as Washington withdraws troops.

Peace talks between Afghan negotiators, Taliban resume in Doha amid an increase in violence.

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PM Imran, President Ghani exchange views on Afghan peace process

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PM

Prime Minister PM Imran Khan has welcomed the progress in Doha negotiations during the telephonic conversation with Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani. Imran Khan, during the conversation; reiterated Pakistan’s steadfast support for the Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace process for a political solution to the conflict in Afghanistan. The Prime Minister reiterated Pakistan’s call on all the … Read more

PM Imran’s visit to Afghanistan helps strengthen bilateral relations: Ashraf Ghani

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President Ashraf Ghani Imran Khan

President of Afghanistan Ashraf Ghani has termed the recent visit of Prime Minister Imran Khan to Afghanistan as an important  milestone in strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries.

President Ashraf Ghani was addressing the 19th Ministerial conference of Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation virtually held on Monday.

Ghani said that the visit has enhanced prospects for regional integration.

In his remarks on the occasion, Minister for Economic Affairs Khusro Bakhtyar reiterated the importance of regional connectivity, not only through road network but also through rail, aviation and ports for unleashing trade and tourism potential in the region.

He said the present government in Pakistan is facilitating the private sector for increased investment.

Earlier, Prime Minister Imran Khan had directed to take practical steps for the promotion of trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan, besides protecting borders.

The Prime Minister said his government believes in independent, but secured borders. He had directed to establish a special division for border management system in the interior ministry under the supervision of additional secretary.

He had instructed all the concerned departments to ensure the timely sharing of information and data.

During a joint press conference with the Afghan president, PM Imran had that said Pakistan will fully support to end violence and establish durable peace in Afghanistan.

He had said Pakistan has played its role in getting started first the Taliban’s talks with the Americans and then for intra-Afghan dialogue.

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PM Imran hopes for much better ties, trade & peace with Afghanistan

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PM Imran Kabul visit

Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan, who was on an official one-day visit to Kabul, said that his visit to the country was another step towards conveying Pakistan’s commitment to peace in Afghanistan.

Taking to Twitter, PM Imran said, “Our people in the tribal areas, who have suffered the ravages of the war in Afghanistan, will esp benefit from peace & trade.”

The premier hopes for increasing betterment between the two countries in terms of trade, peace and bringing prosperity.

“I have never believed in military solutions which is why I always believed that in Afghanistan peace will be achieved through political dialogue,” he tweeted.

The Prime Minister also added that after the Afghans, we have the greatest stake in this peace as it will allow for connectivity & trade, bringing prosperity to both Afghans & Pakistanis.

Earlier, during a joint press conference with Afghan President Ashraf Ghani, PM Imran said Pakistan will fully support to end violence and establish durable peace in Afghanistan.

He said Pakistan has played its role in getting started first the Talban’s talks with the Americans and then for intra-Afghan dialogue.

Imran Khan said the people of Afghanistan have suffered violence for four decades.

He said the erstwhile FATA region of Pakistan was also devastated by the war on terror and the livelihood of the tribesmen was badly affected.

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Afghan cricketer Rashid Khan ‘pleased’ to see respected PM Imran

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Rashid Khan meeting with PM Imran

Afghan Cricketer Rashid Khan, who has played in almost every T20 league around the world, was very ‘pleased’ to meet Prime Minister Imran Khan during his maiden visit to Kabul.

Imran Khan, along with President Ashraf Ghani held a meeting with Afghan cricket team. However, rricketer Rashid Khan took to Twitter to express his feelings after meeting the premier.

He wrote, “Pleased to see respected PM Imran Khan together with my President Ashraf Ghani and meeting my team.”

The player  wrote that he strongly believes in the power of sport to inspire and unite people, adding that sports “creates hope, unity, love and peace.”

“Wish one day our national teams can host each other at home and play cricket,” he tweeted.

Yesterday, Afghanistan National Cricket team presented a signed bat to Prime Minister Imran Khan.

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Afghan cricket team bestows a signed bat to PM Imran during his maiden visit to Kabul

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Afghan Cricket Team signed bat to PM

Prime Minister Imran Khan has on Thursday received a signed cricket from Afghan cricket team during his visit to Kabul, according to the the Prime Minister’s office.

According to the details, Afghanistan National Cricket team presented a signed bat to Prime Minister Imran Khan. President Ashraf Ghani was also present. 

Imran Khan, a cricketer-turned-politician, was the Pakistani captain who had led the country to victory during the 1992 World Cup.

While addressing a joint press conference with Afghan President Ashraf Ghani, the premier said Pakistan will fully support to end violence and establish durable peace in Afghanistan.

He said Pakistan has played its role in getting started first the Talban’s talks with the Americans and then for intra-Afghan dialogue.

Imran Khan said the people of Afghanistan have suffered violence for four decades.

He said the erstwhile FATA region of Pakistan was also devastated by the war on terror and the livelihood of the tribesmen was badly affected.

The Prime Minister said the peoples on both sides of the border want peace, trade and connectivity.

He said this trade and connectivity between the two countries will increase in days to come.

Speaking on the occasion, the Afghan President said he had very productive engagement with Prime Minister Imran Khan.

He said a comprehensive political settlement for enduring peace within the framework of our values and our constitution is the future of Afghanistan.

He said violence is not the answer to any conflict.

Ashraf Ghani said we can move forward and a comprehensive ceasefire can be achieved.

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Afghan FM lauds Pakistan’s sincere efforts for peace process

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Afghan FM meets Shah Mahmood Qureshi

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi held discussion with his Afghan counterpart Mohammad Hanif Atmar during his visit at Kabul alongside Prime Minister Imran Khan today.

Shah Mahmood Qureshi and Afghan Foreign Minister discussed bilateral cooperation, regional peace and security situation between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

In his remarks, FM Qureshi said Pakistan has always been supportive of the dialogue process for durable peace and stability in Afghanistan.

Afghan FM meets Shah Mahmood Qureshi

Afghan FM meets Shah Mahmood Qureshi

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister said the success of Afghan peace process is imperative for durable peace in Afghanistan.

He noted that peace in Afghanistan is important for peace and stability of the region.

The transit trade and preferential trade agreements between Pakistan and Afghanistan will help promote the volume of trade and investment between the two countries, Qureshi added.

The Afghan FM Mohammad Hanif appreciated Pakistan’s sincere efforts for the Afghan peace process.

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PM Imran’s Kabul visit: Prosperity is the right of Afghan people, says Shibli Faraz

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Shibli Faraz PM Imran Kabul visit

Minister for Information Senator Shibli Faraz has said that Prime Minister Imran Khan’s visit to Afghanistan will help promoting bilateral cooperation and contacts between two countries.

Taking to Twitter on Thursday, Shibli Faraz said that the premier is an advocate of peace in the region.

He further added that the peoples of both Pakistan and Afghanistan have rendered immense sacrifices in the war on terrorism.

He said peace, development and prosperity is the right of Afghan people.

Earlier in a day, Prime Minister Imran Khan and Afghan President Ashraf Ghani had a one-on-one meeting.

According to sources, the one-on-one meeting between PM Imran and the Afghan President discussed issues of mutual interest, including bilateral relations and the Afghan peace process.

Guard of honour was presented to the Prime Minister upon his arrival and the national anthems of the two countries were played during the reception.

Pak-Afghan trade and other issues of mutual interest were also discussed during the meeting.

Prime Minister Imran Khan has on Thursday arrived in Kabul to hold talks with the Afghan leadership on the entire spectrum of bilateral relations and the Afghan peace process.

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PM Imran, Ashraf Ghani Hold One-On-One Meeting In Kabul

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PM Imran, Ashraf Ghani Hold One-On-One Meeting In Kabul

Prime Minister Imran Khan and Afghan President Ashraf Ghani had a one-on-one meeting. According to details, a reception was held at the Afghan Presidential Palace on the arrival of Prime Minister Imran Khan. Upon arrival at the Presidential Palace, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani received Prime Minister Imran Khan. According to sources, the one-on-one meeting between … Read more

Stability of region depends on peaceful Afghanistan says FM

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Foreign Minister  FM Shah Mahmood Qureshi has said that Pakistan has always been supportive of the dialogue process for durable peace and stability in Afghanistan. According to the details, he held a meeting with his Afghan counterpart Mohammad Hanif Atmar in Kabul on Thursday and discussed bilateral relations, the Afghan peace process, and regional peace … Read more

Pakistan will continue to support Afghan peace process, says PM Khan

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Imran Khan

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday had a telephonic conversation with the Afghanistan President, Ashraf Ghani. According to the details, the Afghan peace process was discussed in the telephonic conversation. A statement from the PM’s office revealed that the two of them also discussed further steps to strengthen bilateral ties. PM Khan assured Pakistan’s support … Read more

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