FM briefs Russian counterpart on Pakistan's approach towards Afghan peace process

DUSHANBE (92 News) - Foreign Minister (FM) Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Wednesday briefed his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov on Pakistan's constructive approach towards the Afghan peace process.

The meeting between FM Qureshi and his Russian counterpart held on the sidelines of the SCO Council of Foreign Ministers meeting in Dushanbe. Both the leaders have agreed to work closely to further strengthen bilateral relations in all spheres between the countries.

Reaffirming strong desire to enhance bilateral relations, the two foreign ministers reviewed implementation status of the decisions taken during the Russian Foreign Minister's visit to Pakistan in April this year. The regional security situation, particularly Afghanistan also came under discussion.

Reiterating continued support, FM Qureshi emphasized close coordination between the two countries to help achieve negotiated political settlement. The two Foreign Ministers agreed to remain in contact for the mutual benefit of the two countries.