Pakistan, UK raise alarm over TTP threat from Afghanistan
Pakistan and the UK raised alarm over the TTP threat from Afghanistan at the annual counterterrorism dialogue in Islamabad, a Foreign Ministry statement said
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Pakistan and the United Kingdom have voiced concern over the continued presence and activities of militant groups, including the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), in and from Afghanistan.
The concern was raised at the annual Pakistan-UK Counterterrorism Dialogue in Islamabad on Wednesday, Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry said.
What did Pakistan and the UK say about the TTP threat from Afghanistan?
Both countries underscored the need for a stable and secure Afghanistan to promote lasting peace across the region. Officials reviewed regional security challenges and ways to strengthen cooperation against terrorism.
The British delegation also offered condolences over civilian deaths in terrorist attacks in Pakistan and reaffirmed UK support for Islamabad’s efforts to combat terrorism.
Who led the delegations at the Pakistan-UK Counterterrorism Dialogue?
Pakistan’s delegation was led by Director General (Counterterrorism) Dr Fareha Bugti. The British side was headed by Thomas Barry, director for National and Economic Security at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
The two sides exchanged views on the evolving global and regional security landscape, including threats posed by transnational militant networks and other terrorist organizations. Their talks covered existing bilateral and multilateral counterterrorism cooperation, and both countries reaffirmed their commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms.
What did both sides agree on counterterrorism cooperation?
Officials explored ways to expand cooperation against emerging threats, including misinformation and disinformation campaigns, the use of social media platforms by militant groups and the potential misuse of new technologies.
Both sides recognized Pakistan’s contributions to regional peace and security. They agreed to strengthen institutional ties and maintain regular engagement to advance their shared counterterrorism goals.
The next round of the dialogue will be held in London in 2027, with dates to be decided through mutual consultation.
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