Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi. They discussed matters related to Pakistan-UNHCR cooperation. The recent attacks and violent demonstrations by Afghani diaspora against Pakistan's Diplomatic Missions in Frankfurt, London and Brussels also came under discussion. The High Commissioner appreciated Pakistan's traditional hospitality towards Afghan refugees, in particular the recent decision by the Government of Pakistan to extend the validity of Proof of Registration Card. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister and the High Commissioner agreed to continue to work together to advance Pakistan-UNHCR cooperation and find lasting solution to the issue of Afghan refugees.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan