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08:30, November 27, 2008 |
Pakistan and India Wednesday condemned terrorism in all forms and manifestations and affirmed their resolve to cooperate with each other to combat the menace of terrorism.
This was stated in a joint communique issued at the conclusion of the 5th round of interior/home secretary level talks between Pakistan and India on Terrorism and Drugs Trafficking here Wednesday.
The two-day talks were a part of the composite dialogue between the two south Asian neighbors.
The Pakistani delegation was led by Syed Kamal Shah, secretary of the interior ministry, while the Indian delegation was headed by Home Secretary Madhukar Gupta.
The meeting was held in a cordial and friendly atmosphere and both sides discussed the issues related to terrorism and drug trafficking and reviewed the implementation of decisions taken during the last round, said the joint communique.
The two sides noted with satisfaction the progress made and identified ways to further promote cooperation in a number of areas. It was agreed that terrorism must be prevented and as directed by the leadership of the two countries at the meeting in New York on Sept. 24, 2008, severe action be taken against any elements involved in terrorist acts.
Both sides welcomed the release of prisoners and fishermen by each other on the eve of these talks as a gesture of goodwill and on humane considerations.
Source:Xinhua
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