Pakistan

PM Shehbaz Sharif reiterates resolve to provide assistance to Afghan people

"Pakistan will provide continued assistance to the Afghan people facing a dire humanitarian situation"

GNN Web Desk
Published 3 سال قبل on جون 24 2022، 10:58 صبح
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PM Shehbaz Sharif reiterates resolve to provide assistance to Afghan people

Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has assured continued support and cooperation to the people of Afghanistan in this hour of need.

In a telephonic interaction with the acting Prime Minister of the Interim Afghan Government Mullah Muhammad Hassan Akhund, he conveyed deep sympathies and condolences, on behalf of the Government and people of Pakistan, over the loss of precious lives and material damage in the devastating earthquake in Afghanistan.

Shehbaz Sharif affirmed that the people of Pakistan stand shoulder-to-shoulder with their Afghan brethren in this difficult hour.

Prime Minister conveyed that Ghulam Khan and Angoor Adda border crossing points have been opened for the transportation of the seriously injured Afghans for their treatment in Pakistan.

He reiterated Pakistan’s resolve to provide continued assistance to the Afghan people facing a dire humanitarian situation.

The Prime Minister, while highlighting the measures Pakistan has taken to facilitate trade and movement of people, said Islamabad is committed to strengthen bilateral ties to promote the cause of peace, progress, and prosperity.