ISLAMABAD : The US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Paul Kapur, has appreciated Pakistan’s role for regional peace and stability.

He expressed these views while talking to Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi in Islamabad.

During the meeting, discussions were held on bilateral relations and the latest situation in the Middle East. Both sides also exchanged views on increasing cooperation in the fields of security, counter-terrorism and anti-narcotics.

Speaking on the occasion, the Interior Minister said Pakistan is hopeful for a lasting and peaceful solution to the Middle East conflict. 

Mohsin Naqvi said relations between Pakistan and the United States are based on mutual trust and bilateral cooperation, which have strengthened during the tenure of President Donald Trump.

He said the government has ensured foolproof security for the US companies working on the Reko Diq project.

The Interior Minister said the government wants early start of direct flights between Pakistan and the United States.