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PR. No.224/2008

Date: 26/07/2008    

DR. HARLAN ULLMAN CALLS ON THE PRESIDENT

Dr. Harlan Ullman, a leading U.S. foreign policy analyst, called on the President today. During the meeting, views were exchanged on Pakistan-U.S. relations and the regional situation.

President Musharraf underlined the importance of a strong relationship between the two countries. He reiterated Pakistan 's firm resolve to fight extremism and terrorism. In this context, he highlighted the Government's multi-pronged strategy combining security, political and development measures, and the need to follow it aggressively.

Dr. Ullman said that a close relationship was in the interest of both countries as well as regional peace and stability.

Dr. Ullman is senior advisor to U.S. think-tanks, the Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and the Atlantic Council, and author of several books.

Islamabad

26 July 2008