TTP, other groups: Pakistan, UK concerned at continuing threat
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the United Kingdom (UK) on Wednesday expressed serious concerns over the continuing threat posed by terrorist groups, including the TTP, operating in and from Afghanistan, underscoring the urgent need for a stable, secure Afghanistan as a cornerstone for lasting peace and prosperity across the region. The reservations were shared during the annual bilateral Pakistan-UK…
Pakistan and the United Kingdom expressed grave concerns over the ongoing threat posed by terrorist groups, including Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), operating across Afghanistan during the annual bilateral Counterterrorism Dialogue held in Islamabad. The Foreign Office spokesperson announced the concerns in a statement.
Dr. Fareha Bugti, Director General of Counterterrorism for Pakistan, led the Pakistani delegation, while Thomas Barry, Director for National and Economic Security in the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, headed the UK side. The UK delegation voiced condolences for the loss of innocent lives in terrorist attacks within Pakistan. The UK reiterated its unwavering support for Pakistan in the fight against terrorism.
Both nations engaged in a comprehensive discussion about the evolving global and regional security landscape and exchanged views on threats posed by terrorist entities, including transnational networks. They also reviewed ongoing bilateral and multilateral counter-terrorism cooperation, reaffirming their commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms.
The dialogue emphasized the exchange of best practices and the exploration of new partnership avenues to counter emerging trends in terrorism, such as misinformation campaigns, social media exploitation, and emerging technologies. Both sides acknowledged Pakistan's contributions to regional stability and security, agreeing to strengthen institutional linkages and maintain regular engagement to advance shared counter-terrorism objectives.
The next Pakistan-UK Counter-Terrorism Dialogue is scheduled to take place in London, UK, in 2027, pending mutual agreement on dates.
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