Prime Minister of Pakistan Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif has informed Chairman of the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee Senator Bob Corker that operation Zarb-e-Azb has achieved its initial targets and entered a decisive phase.
PM Nawaz in a meeting with Bob Corker in Washington, outlined his vision of peaceful neighbourhood and apprised him about his government’s outreach to the leadership of India and Afghanistan.
He shared his commitment to remain engaged with Afghan leadership towards promoting peace and reconciliation in Afghanistan. He also briefed about his recent peace initiatives towards India.
The Prime Minister thanked the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee for its consistent support to democracy, security cooperation and economic development in Pakistan.
Senator Bob Corker appreciated reform agenda of the Prime Minister.
On behalf of the committee, the Chairman acknowledged the sacrifices by Pakistan as the frontline state in the international effort to combat terrorism.
