Press release

PM call with Prime Minister Imran Khan of Pakistan: 3 March 2019

Prime Minister Theresa May had a call with Prime Minister Imran Khan of Pakistan today.

• From: Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street and The Rt Hon Theresa May
• Published: 3 March 2019

This was published under the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

Downing Street Spokesperson said:

The Prime Minister spoke to Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan today.

She welcomed his commitment to reducing tensions with India, and the return of Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman.

The leaders discussed the need to address the causes of this conflict. The Prime Minister emphasised the importance of Pakistan taking action against all terrorist groups, in support of global efforts to combat terrorism.

Both leaders reiterated their commitment to the UK-Pakistan bilateral relationship.

Published 3 March 2019