FM Qureshi meets Russian counterpart in Moscow

Last updated on: 26 December,2018 09:48 pm

Qureshi reached Russia on the final leg of his tour to the four regional countries.

MOSCOW (Dunya News) - Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Wednesday met with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Moscow.

According to Foreign Office Spokesperson Dr. Muhammad Faisal, Qureshi reached Russia on the final leg of his tour to the four regional countries.

On the final leg of his tour to regional countries, FM Shah Mahmood Qureshi held discussions with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov @mfa_russia. B/L & Regional situation especially progress on Afghan peace and reconciliation discussed.#Pakforpeace pic.twitter.com/jvjBhRuQbJ

— Dr Mohammad Faisal (@ForeignOfficePk) December 26, 2018

Delegation level talks were held between both the sides during which they focused upon enhancing cooperation in various fields.

The foreign minister also discussed bilateral ties and regional situation, especially progress on Afghan peace and reconciliation.

Earlier, Qureshi visited Afghanistan, Iran and China where he conversed over issues pertaining to regional peace and stability in the context of Afghan peace process with his counterparts and other high ranking officials’.

During these meetings, Shah Mahmood Qureshi renewed Pakistan’s commitment to assist in furthering peace in Afghanistan and the region.