Maldives Foreign Minister calls on Pakistani Defense Minister and discuss cooperation on fighting terrorism

Pakistan will continue its struggle to combat and eliminate terrorism so as to ensure the security and integrity of the country. This was stated by Federal Minister for Defence, Chaudhry Ahmad Mukhtar, at a meeting with the visiting Foreign Minister of Maldives, Mr. Ahmed Shaheed, who called on him Thursday.The meeting exchanged views on various matters including Pakistan’s anti-terror efforts, bilateral trade and economic relations.

It also emphasized the need for promoting closer cooperation in the field of trade, economy, tourism and defence.

The Defence Minister briefed the visiting dignitary about the counter-terrorism efforts and the security challenges being confronted by Pakistan.

He said that Pakistan would continue to wage war against terrorism and extremism till their utter elimination which was imperative for the security and stability of Pakistan as well as entire region.

Acknowledging the anti-terror contribution made by Pakistan, the Foreign Minister of Maldives said that Pakistan, being a front line state against terrorism, had been playing a key role against the war on terror.

He said that his country was stood by Pakistan at this difficult time and was supporting its struggle against the menace of terrorism and extremism.

Pakistan also offered Maldives to strengthen the capacity of their Maritime Force.
He was also informed that Pakistan was considering allocation of scats to the students of Maldives in its educational institutions.