Summary Pakistan's Ambassador to the US Jalil Abbas Jillani called the approval as a good omen for Pakistan.
WASHINGTON (Dunya News) – US congress on Monday approved a resolution Pakistan that had been moved in the US House of Representatives earlier calling for stronger ties and greater bilateral cooperation with Pakistan. The congress also lauded Pakistan’s efforts in the fight against terrorism. Pakistan’s Ambassador to the US Jalil Abbas Jillani called the approval as a good omen for Pakistan while Foreign Secretary Aizaz Ahmed called the resolution’s endorsement by the US congress as an indication of its confidence in the government of Pakistan. Ambassador Jillani also stated that a detailed talk will be held on all matters of interest with the US during Prime Minister (PM) Nawaz Sharif’s upcoming visit to the country.
Speaking on this occasion, Foreign Secretary Ahmed stated that no such policy of “do more” has been adopted regarding the nuclear assets of Pakistan. Ahmed also reiterated that Pakistan’s nuclear assets were for defense purposes only. The Foreign Secretary stated that they want to promote a lasting relation with the US.
Both Ambassador Jillani and the Foreign Secretary highlighted that the government will make efforts to further strengthen the bilateral relations between Pakistan and the US. Both Pakistani Foreign officials stated that all matters of mutual interest will be discussed and talks will not be restricted to defense only. They also stated that the government will further clarify its stance with regards to India.
