Tuesday, July 24, 2012

US wants a stable, strong Pakistan

Outgoing US Ambassador to Pakistan Cameron Munter on Monday said that the US wanted a stable and strong Pakistan and it would continue supporting the country for the benefit of the people of the region. Talking to a private television channel, Munter said that terrorists were common enemies of Pakistan and the United States. They are a threat to the sovereignty of Pakistan, he added. He said the people and the government of Pakistan were against anti-social elements and terrorism. Munter said that Pakistan-US relations should be based on mutual interests and respect. He hoped that the relations between the two countries would further strengthen with the passage of time. The ambassador said that the US wanted to help civilians and military of Pakistan. “Pakistani politicians are patriotic...the US does not support dictatorial rule in Pakistan,” he said.

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