Pakistan says security 'inextricably linked' with Afghanistan

(Reuters) - Pakistan's military told new Afghan President Ashraf Ghani that the security of the two countries was "inextricably linked" on Friday as Ghani kicked off a two-day trip aimed at rebuilding damaged ties between the two countries.

Relations have been harmed by regular accusations from both countries that the other is harboring anti-government insurgents who cross the porous border and mount deadly attacks.
The trip is Ghani's first state visit to Pakistan.

A tweet from Pakistan's Major General Asim Bajwa, head of the military's public relations wing, said Ghani's trip took place amid a positive atmosphere and that border cooperation was "in focus".

"Tribute to Pak sacrifices, Bodes well for region," he said. "Security, stability a shared goal. Our security inextricably linked."

"Tribute to Pak sacrifices, Bodes well for region," he said. "Security, stability a shared goal. Our security inextricably linked."

"Peace and stability, everything to do with bilateral cooperation, political engagement, economic cooperation, the training program - everything is on the table," she said.   Read More