September 04, 2008	Thursday	Ramazan 3, 1429

ISLAMABAD, Sept 3: The leader of Britain’s Conservative Party, David Cameron, called on Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Wednesday.

Mr Cameron, who is on a two-day visit to Pakistan, also discussed the status of bilateral relations, trade, development assistance and investment between the two countries.

Mr Qureshi briefed Mr Cameron about developments in Pakistan after the induction of the PPP-led government.

He highlighted the government’s priorities, particularly in context of economic growth and development, suppressing extremism and terrorism and strengthening democratic institutions.

Mr Cameron assured Mr Qureshi of his party’s support on all issues.

The foreign minister emphasised the need for more access for Pakistani products in the European Union, saying it would complement the government’s efforts to root out poverty and extremism.

Mr. Cameron agreed to take up the issue with the EU officials. The situation in Afghanistan, relations with India and nuclear non-proliferation were also discussed.

Mr Qureshi stressed the need for promoting peace in Afghanistan and reaffirmed the government’s resolve not to allow anyone to use Pakistan’s soil for subversive activities in Afghanistan.

He apprised Mr Cameron about the status of the composite dialogue with India and “our endeavours to resolve all outstanding issues, including the Jammu and Kashmir dispute”.

He highlighted Pakistan’s policy on nuclear non- proliferation and said it was making efforts to bring about a “just and non-discriminatory nuclear non-proliferation regime”.

Mr Cameron praised Pakistan’s position on various issues.—APP