By NNN-APP,
Islamabad : Australian Foreign Minister Stephen Smith on Saturday telephoned Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi and discussed with him regional situation following the Mumbai attacks.
Foreign Minister Qureshi condemned the terrorist attacks in Mumbai and said Pakistan was also a victim of terrorism and was fully cooperating with the international community to fight this menace.
He reiterated that Pakistan would fully cooperate in the investigation of Mumbai attacks.
Qureshi appreciated Australian Assistance Programme for social and economic development of Pakistan.
The Australian Foreign Minister said his country would continue the support for Pakistan’s socio-economic program and the development of FATA.
He also lauded Pakistan’s role in keeping tension down in the region by adopting a constructive approach.
The two foreign ministers also discussed the possibility of Foreign Minister Smith’s visit to Pakistan next year.