Pakistan and Afghanistan's improving relationship

[CENTCOM]

Pakistan’s stability remains critical to Afghanistan’s stability. It is no secret that the common enemies of both nations have been able to conduct their terrorist activities on both sides of the border. It is a great sign to see Afghanistan and Pakistan working together to improve their relationship and negate the common threat of terrorism through better cooperation and coordination. At the end of the day, we cannot have a safe and secure region without a safe and secure Afghanistan and Pakistan.

We reiterate what Gen. John Campbell, commander of the International Security Assistance Force, said recently: "The common threat of violent extremism may serve as a catalyst for improved cooperation between the two countries, and we have already seen progress in the Afghanistan-Pakistan military-to-military relationship. The US continues to encourage actively and enable the Afghan and Pakistani officers to meet and coordinate their security efforts. Recent consultations between Afghan and Pakistani corps commanders showed great promise. However, it will take considerable time and effort to convince the Afghan and Pakistani people to support this new spirit of accommodation. Afghan and Pakistani political and military relations are likely to improve incrementally and on a transactional basis.”

How do you see the improving relationship of Pakistan and Afghanistan benefitting the region?

Ali Khan
Digital Engagement Team, USCENTCOM

 

[Kompromat]

Improving ties with Afghanistan means regional stability, curb on narco trade, eradication of terrorist network and accessability between Central Asia.