DUSHANBE: Foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said that if the situation in Afghanistan deteriorates the entire region will be affected.

Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi arrived in Tajikistan. On his arrival at the Tajik Foreign Ministry, Tajik Foreign Minister Sirajuddin Mehruddin welcomed his Pakistani counterpart.

Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi said that the continuation of high-level consultation between the two countries is a sign of strengthening bilateral relations.

Tajikistan has appreciated Pakistan's initiative of reaching out to the neighbors of Afghanistan for a coordinated approach.

The sentiments were expressed by Tajik Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin during a meeting with Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi in Dushanbe.

The two leaders discussed bilateral relations, the changing situation in Afghanistan and issues of mutual interest.

Both the foreign ministers reviewed the latest developments in Afghanistan and agreed to remain in close contact.

Shah Mahmood Qureshi apprised his Tajik counterpart of Pakistan's policy to support an inclusive political solution in Afghanistan. He expressed hope that Afghan leaders would achieve a workable solution. He also underscored the importance of continued international engagement as shared responsibility.

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi also called on President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe today and discussed the latest situation in Afghanistan.