Trump thanks PM Imran Khan for playing role in release of foreigners from Afghanistan

ISLAMABAD (92 News) – US President Donald Trump has thanked Prime Minister Imran Khan for playing a role in the release of foreigners from Afghanistan. In a telephonic conversation on Thursday, Prime Minister Imran Khan said that the release of foreigners from Afghanistan is a positive development. “It is a matter of pleasure that foreign abductees are fine and free. Appreciating President Trump’s continued engagement as well as mediation offer, Prime Minister Imran Khan stressed that the President must continue his efforts for facilitation of a peaceful solution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. The prime minister apprised President Trump of the current situation in IOJ&K, underscoring that over 8 million people remained under siege for over 100 days now. Recalling their conversations in Washington and New York, the two leaders agreed to deepen bilateral collaboration, including in relevant multilateral fora. Prime Minister Imran Khan re-affirmed Pakistan’s commitment to the advancement of Afghan peace and reconciliation process for a peaceful and stable Afghanistan. Both leaders discussed bilateral and regional issues and further agreed to remain in close contact. They agreed to continue work together for the promotion of shared objective of establishment of peace in Afghanistan.