Islamabad: Acting US Special
Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan Frank Ruggiero
arrived on Thursday on a two-day visit to hold meetings with
top government officials and political leaders.
During his stay in Pakistan, Ruggiero will also meet
representatives of civil society and the media.
Ruggiero "reaffirm that the United States remains
committed to the people of Pakistan and will continue to
support Pakistan's efforts to ensure greater peace, security
and stability in the region now and in the future" said a
statement from the US embassy.
He will also sign an agreement to provide 66 million
dollars to Pakistan to complete the Gomal Zam and Satpara
multipurpose dam projects.
PTI
First Published: Thursday, January 06, 2011, 20:30