ISLAMABAD – Pakistan on Wednesday welcomed the breakthrough over a dealbetween Afghanistan government and the Taliban which occurred after monthsof negotiations. Both parties come to a written agreement for futuredialogue.

Pakistan Foreign Office appreciates the accord. Taking it to Twitter, FOsaid, “This is another significant step forward. The agreement reflects acommon resolve of the parties to secure a negotiated settlement. It is animportant development contributing towards a successful outcome ofIntra-Afghan negotiations, which we all hope for,”

“Pakistan will continue to support intra-Afghan negotiations, culminatingin an inclusive, broad-based and comprehensive political solution pavingthe way for a peaceful, stable and prosperous Afghanistan.” FO spokesmanadded.

Spokesman of the Political Office of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan DrM.Naeem said, “The procedure including its preamble of the negotiation hasbeen finalised and from now on, the negotiation will begin on the agenda”.

Earlier US Special Representative for Afghan Reconciliation ZalmayKhalilzad also confirmed the breakthrough in a series of tweet.

He said I welcome the news from #Doha that the two Afghan sides havereached a significant milestone: A three-page agreement codifing rules andprocedures for their negotiations on a political roadmap and acomprehensive ceasefire.