U.S. Congressional delegation calls on President

ISLAMABAD : A US congressional delegation on Monday discussed bilateral relations, Pakistan-U.S. counter-terrorism cooperation and regional situation with President Pervez Musharraf in Rawalpindi. President Musharraf underlined the importance Pakistan attached to its relations with the U.S. He reiterated Pakistan ‘s firm resolve to fighting terrorism and extremism.
In this regard, the President highlighted government’s comprehensive, multi-pronged strategy combining political, military and socio-economic development measures.

The President appreciated congressional support for Pakistan’s counter-terrorism initiatives, namely FATA Development Plan, Reconstruction Opportunity Zones (ROZs) and capacity building of the Frontier Corps (FC).
He emphasized the need for market access for Pakistani products in the U.S.
The congressmen conveyed their support for the strategic relationship between Pakistan and the United States.
They appreciated Pakistan’s commitment to combating extremism, and reaffirmed their support for Pakistan’s counter-terrorism efforts and social development goals, and called for strengthening the strategically important relationship.
The bipartisan delegation led by Senator Benjamin Cardin (Democrat-Maryland) includes congressmen Zach Wamp (Republican-Tennessee), Robert Aderholt (Republican-Alabama), Mike McIntyre (Democrat-North Carolina) and congresswoman Loretta Sanchez (Democrat-California).