Thomas West, the US State Department’s Special Representative and Deputy Assistant Secretary for Afghanistan said increasing attacks of Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan are a matter of concern.
Thomas said, “The increase in TTP attacks is a challenge that Pakistan has been dealing with.”
He said that Pakistan is an important ally of the United States and both the countries will continue to work together to overcome terrorism and other problems.
Thomas West appreciated Pakistan for hosting Afghan refugees for 40 years on behalf of the United States.
West, who recently visit Pakistan said that he discussed mutual interests in Afghanistan with the Islamabad authorities.
Thomas West said that the challenges faced by Pakistan in dealing with the TTP were also discussed.
He said that the same concerns were discussed in a meeting with Minister of the State on Foreign Affairs Hina Rabbani Khar, but said that it is not a new challenge.
