A file photo of Foreign Office spokesperson Qazi Khalilullah. PHOTO: PID
ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office clarified on Sunday that no ‘deal’ was being discussed between Pakistan and the United States.
Earlier it was reported the two countries were in the process of negotiating an accord, which may end up in a civil nuclear deal.
“No 'deal' is being discussed between the two countries. Nor has the US made any demand on Pakistan,” said the Foreign Office spokesperson in response to media reports about the premier's forthcoming visit to Washington.
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“He firmly believes in policies directed at preserving, protecting and promoting Pakistan’s national interests," the statement said.
PM Nawaz will be arriving in Washington on October 20 at the invitation of President Obama, on an official visit.
“The prime minister’s visit to the United States is aimed at further enhancing and strengthening relations between the two countries,” added the spokesperson.
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