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UK-Pakistan to 'stand together'

The Prime Minister has pledged to "stand together" with Pakistan in the fight against terrorism following talks with his newly-elected counterpart Nawaz Sharif. He also said the relationship will focus on opportunities for trade and investment.

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Pakistan 'in a strong position' to influence Taliban

Prime Minister David Cameron Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif in 2008. Credit: Johnny Green/PA Wire

Pakistan's Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's election victory has given him credibility and a "certain power of influence" to encourage the Taliban on the path to peace and religion, the Prime Minister said today during his visit to the country.

David Cameron said: "I think that he is in a strong position because Pakistan has had this democratic transition which is a huge bonus for Pakistan and will raise its profile in a good way in the eyes of the world.

"Increasingly Pakistan knows it's in its best interests to have a stable Afghanistan as its neighbour".

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