On Wednesday, Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi received a telephone call from his Polish counterpart Zbigniew Rau. They discussed bilateral relations and the situation in Afghanistan.

During the telephone call, Shah Mahmood Qureshi informed the Polish Foreign Minister of Pakistan's perspective on Afghanistan, stressing the need for peace, stability, and security.

The Foreign Minister stated that Pakistan has close ties with Poland and considered it an important member of the European Union and a bilateral partner.

He stated Pakistan desires to further enhance the relationship with Poland in all areas.

He underlined the importance of engaging with Afghanistan and positive messaging on part of the international community to preclude humanitarian crisis and to ensure economic stability.

The Polish counterpart expressed deep gratitude to Pakistan for facilitation in the evacuation of their citizens and others from Afghanistan.

The two Foreign Ministers agreed to remain in close contact.