Minister for Interior Sheikh Rasheed Ahmad on Tuesday said that long-lasting peace in Afghanistan was a prerequisite for stability in the region and Pakistan wants peace and stability in Afghanistan.
He was talking to the Canadian High Commissioner to Pakistan Ms. Wendy Christine Gilmour, who called on him to discuss matters of mutual interest between the two countries and the regional situation including Afghanistan.
He said that the government of Pakistan was providing full assistance to those Afghan citizens and foreigners leaving Afghanistan.
He added a facilitation desk was set up in this regard at the ministry to provide support round the clock. He said that Pakistan was fulfilling its responsibilities and providing full assistance on humanitarian grounds.
He expressed the hope that the international community while fulfilling their commitments, will ensure the provision of resources for the Afghan government.
He said that Pakistan will continue its support in the evacuation of the international community from Afghanistan.
Canadian High Commissioner praised Pakistan for timely assistance in the safe evacuation of Afghan citizens at the request of the Canadian High Commission.
She lauded the efforts of Pakistan in the evacuation of foreigners and Afghan citizens from Afghanistan.
She expressed the desire to evacuate further people from Afghanistan and sought support from Pakistan.