Qureshi, Lavrov discuss Afghan peace and reconciliation process

Qureshi, Lavrov discuss Afghan peace and reconciliation process

Moscow (Agencies): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood discussed Afghan peace and reconciliation process with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Moscow on Wednesday.

According to a tweet by Foreign Office Spokesperson Dr Muhammad Faisal, the Foreign Minister had reached Russia on the final leg of his tour to the four regional countries.

Both sides discussed bilateral ties and regional situation, especially progress on Afghan peace and reconciliation, Faisal said.

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Earlier, Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi visited Afghanistan, Iran and China where he discussed with his counterparts and other high ranking officials' issues pertaining to regional peace and stability in the context of Afghan peace process.

During these meetings, the foreign minister renewed Pakistan's commitment to assist in furthering peace in Afghanistan and the region.

FM Qureshi’s visit is part of promoting various initiatives and ideas for regional cooperation, especially in promoting economic and people-to-people contacts.