State Pao: Afghan Evening News Clips 15 August 2015

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Government of Pakistan. The completion of these projects, in the
years ahead, would tremendously contribute towards the social and
economic prosperity of Afghanistan. In addition to the road
infrastructure, Pakistan has been playing active role in the
reconstruction and development of Afghanistan and has built
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and educational institutions. Pakistan completed these projects
despite its own financial problems as the war on terror has
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US$110 billion losses on Pakistan's economy} The construction of
these projects reflects the sincere endeavours made by Pakistan for
the rebuilding of Afghanistan. It also shows the high degree of
importance being attached by Pakistan to its ties with Afghanistan.
In view of the emerging favourable econdmic predicament, both
neighbouring countries are required to further strengthen their
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and capitalize on the economic opportunities to be generated by the
China—Pak Economic Corridor. It is high time that both sides need
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Unhappy Neighbour — The Nation (Pakistan)
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Pakistan diplomatic relations have taken a turn for the worse, even
with Pakistan making consistent overtures for peaceful '
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We were mediators, but Afghan mistrust has tried to make us a party
to their troubled relationship with the Taliban._
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Following the Afghan President's anti—Pakistan outburst last week,
protestors have held angry demonstrations outside the Pakistan
embassy in Kabul. The diplomats believe that Afghan MPs and members
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