Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar underlined the need to continue to focus on positive narratives in Pak-US relationship such as revival of the bilateral strategic dialogue process, infrastructure and development projects, besides strengthening economic and commercial relations.
Foreign Minister Khar stated these while talking to the newly appointed United States Ambassador Richard Olson who paid a courtesy call on her here on Monday. According to spokesman of the Foreign Office, Khar welcomed the ambassador and underscored the importance of Pakistan's relations with US in terms of strategic partnership approaches. She expressed the hope that during his tenure these would be further strengthened and the positive trajectory will be maintained. She particularly outlined the important role of US assistance in the development of energy sector.
Ambassador Olson reaffirmed his government's commitment to work with the government of Pakistan to achieve shared objectives, which also included peace and stability in the region. He further appreciated Pakistan's sacrifices in the fight against terrorism. He briefed the Foreign Minister on the upcoming working group meetings in the coming months on economy and finance, energy, defence and water issues. The two sides also discussed the ongoing developments in the region, the spokesman added.