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Thursday, 02 April 2015 20:36

ISLAMABAD: Afghanistan's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dr. Abdullah Abdullah on Thursday said Afghanistan wanted to enhance and strengthen bilateral relationship with Pakistan.

Dr Abdullah Abdullah expressed these views while addressing Pakistan's National Day reception held at Pakistan Embassy, Kabul, says a statement received here.

He greeted the government and people of Pakistan on behalf of the Afghan President, Ashraf Ghani and the people of Afghanistan.

He said the National Unity Government (NUG) had initiated a number of steps to improve ties with Pakistan.

Dr Abdullah Abdullah said that terrorism was the common enemy of both the countries and it was essential to take steps for the elimination of the menace by the two countries.

He said that Afghanistan wanted to maintain peaceful and cordial relationship with its neighbours.

Pakistan's Ambassador to Afghanistan, Syed Abrar Hussain reiterated Pakistan's resolve to continue efforts for the promotion of peace and stability in Afghanistan.

He said that a peaceful, stable and prosperous Afghanistan was not only in the interest of Pakistan but also of the entire region.

The Ambassador said that Pakistan was committed to expand and improve its relationship with Afghanistan in all fields.

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