ISLAMABAD: Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masatsugu Asakawa heaped praise on Pakistan’s efforts in evacuating the financial institution’s personnel from Afghanistan.
The ADB president’s praise for Pakistani efforts came during his call with Prime Minister Imran Khan, a statement from the PM’s Office said.
The prime minister also acknowledged the cooperation of ADB with Pakistan in mitigating the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, including supporting the procurement of vaccines.
Earlier in the day, the premier received a telephone call from the President European Council Charles Michel. Both sides exchanged views on the unfolding situation in Afghanistan.
The prime minister highlighted the positive role of Pakistan in facilitating the evacuation of diplomatic personnel and staff of international organizations and others from Afghanistan.
At this, the President of the European Council thanked the prime minister for hosting evacuees in transit.
The prime minister shared Pakistan’s perspective, stressing that a stable and peaceful Afghanistan was in the vital interest of Pakistan and the region.
