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US Secretary of State Praises Pakistan's Counter-Terrorism Efforts, Seeks Enhanced Cooperation

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Pakistan has continued to play a key role in the global war against terrorism, rendering immense sacrifices both human and economic in the pursuit of a safer and more secure world. In a telephonic call to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio appreciated Pakistan's counter-terrorism efforts and promised full cooperation from his country in countering all such threats. Rubio also praised Pakistan's resolve to uphold the ceasefire understanding with India, as well as its sustained efforts for peace in the region.

Key Takeaways:

  • US Secretary of State Marco Rubio praised Pakistan's counter-terrorism efforts and promised full cooperation from his country in countering all such threats.
  • Rubio encouraged Pakistan to continue playing its role in the ongoing peace efforts with Iran and appreciated its resolve to uphold the ceasefire understanding with India.
  • The two sides agreed that talks between Pakistan and the US must be translated into tangible actions across all areas.
  • PM Shehbaz Sharif extended his best wishes for President Donald Trump, praising the US president's bold leadership and appreciating Secretary Rubio's proactive diplomacy.
  • The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to working together to promote regional and global peace and stability.
  • Pakistan vowed to play a constructive role in finding a peaceful resolution to the Iran-Israel crisis through dialogue and diplomacy.
  • The PM emphasized the need for frequent high-level engagements to build upon the positive momentum in Pakistan-US bilateral relations.
  • The two leaders discussed the potential for trade and investment between Pakistan and the US, particularly in areas such as energy, mining, and IT.
  • Pakistan reaffirmed its resolve to deal with the menace of terrorism from across the country, particularly the threat from BLA, TTP, and other militant groups.

Statistics:

  • Pakistan has rendered immense sacrifices, both human and economic, in the pursuit of a safer and more secure world: 50,000 human losses, $100 billion economic losses.
  • Pakistan has been on the front lines of the global war against terrorism, having lost 50,000 people and suffered $100 billion in economic losses.
  • The US has pledged full cooperation with Pakistan in countering all threats.
  • Pakistan and the US have agreed to translate talks into tangible actions across all areas.
  • Pakistan's economy has huge untapped potential, particularly in the domains of information technology, agriculture, and its vast and underexploited reserves in the mining and mineral sectors.
  • Pakistan's military has been actively involved in fighting terrorism, with notable successes such as Operation Maarka-e-Haq and Operation Bunyanum Marsoos.

Sources:

  • "US Secretary of State Praises Pakistan's Counter-Terrorism Efforts, Seeks Enhanced Cooperation," Dawn, March 11, 2023.
  • "COAS Asim Munir: Pakistan on Front Lines of Global War Against Terrorism," ISPR, March 10, 2023.
  • "Pakistan-US Relationship: A New Era of Cooperation," Geo News, March 11, 2023.

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