ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani on Tuesday said Pakistan attaches high priority to promoting regional peace, security, prosperity and stability.
The Prime Minister expressed these views in a meeting with outgoing Foreign Secretary Salman Bashir, who paid a farewell call on him at the PM's House here.
The Prime Minister directed the outgoing Foreign Secretary Salman Bashir, who has been designated as Pakistan's High Commissioner to India, to pay special attention to improving relations and seeking resolution of outstanding issues, notably Jammu and Kashmir.
The Prime Minister mentioned that a just and equitable settlement of Jammu and Kashmir dispute was a priority which would open new avenues for mutually beneficial cooperation between Pakistan and India.
Gilani expressed confidence in the leadership of Indian Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh.
The outgoing foreign secretary thanked the Prime Minister for his constant guidance, encouragement and support in discharge of his official responsibilities.
The Prime Minister expressed satisfaction over the work of the outgoing Foreign Secretary, especially regarding successful implementation of Pakistan's regional policies.
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