ISLAMABAD:
The Murree process has brought high hopes for last lasting peace in Afghanistan, with Pakistan’s efforts to facilitate the landmark talks between Afghans and Taliban at the popular tourist resort, according to sources.
The Pakistan Army however, cautioned that ‘elements’ may try to sabotage the process as they feel that peace in Afghanistan could undermine their interests.
Afghan officials met Taliban representatives on July 7 and 8 where the latter agreed to cease fire if Islamabad and Beijing guaranteed that a ‘united national government’ would be formed in Afghanistan.
Kabul welcomed the meeting, officially dubbed as the ‘Murree Peace Process’, saying that it would help end bloodshed in the country.
Officials from Pakistan, China and the United States also attended the meeting.
