Islamabad, 6 March 2023 (GNP): The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated on Sunday that Pakistan and the US would begin a two-day counter-terrorism dialogue on March 6.
According to the announcement, the two nations will convene a counter-terrorism dialogue in Islamabad on March 6 and 7, 2023.
According to specifics, Acting Coordinator for Counterterrorism, Christopher Landberg, will represent the US team, and Syed Haider Shah, Additional Secretary (UN and ED), will lead the group from Pakistan.
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The purpose of the gathering is to explore the widespread threat posed by terrorism, cooperation at international forums, and combating terrorism funding.
Both sides will get the chance to share their perspectives, experiences, and best practices in counterterrorism during the two-day dialogue.
Previously in February, the United States maintained that the security partnership with Pakistan is ‘vital’ and that several dangers that Islamabad faces “may well be challenging to us”.
Washington, however, declined to confirm rumors of a potential restoration of security cooperation with Islamabad, which was halted under the Trump administration.
Ned Price, a spokesperson for the State Department, said Islamabad is “appreciated across many spheres” in response to a question regarding the visit of a Pakistani defense delegation and the rumored resume of security cooperation.
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Price stated that “Pakistan is a valued ally of the United States” without going into any detail. We have a security connection that is crucial to us because we know that a lot of the threats Pakistan faces may also pose a threat to us. We, therefore, cherish the effort we accomplish together, but I’m simply unable to provide anything further than that.
The representative for the US also repeated its resolve to support “the peaceful sustaining of democratic, constitutional, and legal principles” during the briefing and its appreciation for its “longstanding collaboration with Pakistan” in response to a different question.
