Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to continue bilateral ties
During his visit to Kabul, Sadiq met with the Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Muttaqi, where both sides agreed to continue bilateral relations and maintain high-level contacts to improve mutual ties. The meeting aimed to promote cooperation and address key regional matters.
According to a Foreign Office spokesperson, the visit was part of Pakistan’s efforts to strengthen relations with Afghanistan. Amidst tensions in Pak-Afghan relations, the meeting focused on resolving issues through diplomatic engagement and dialogue.
The discussions also covered ways to improve trade, border management, and security cooperation. The two sides emphasized the importance of ongoing communication to foster stability and economic collaboration in the region.
Later, the special representative also met with Acting Commerce Minister of Afghanistan Nooruddin Azizi in Kabul. Sadiq Khan posted on his official X account that the two discussed bilateral trade and economic relations as well as cooperation in areas of transit and connectivity.
Following the reopening, only individuals possessing valid passports and visas are permitted to cross. However, Afghan patients seeking medical treatment in Pakistan were granted special permission to enter.
Security sources confirmed that a flag meeting between officials from both countries was held at the Afghan Customs House near Torkham. The meeting endorsed the decisions made earlier by the joint Pak-Afghan Jirga, leading to the reopening of the border.
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