ISLAMABAD, August 14, SPA -- The recently concluded Pakistan-Afghan Peace Jirga will be a turning point in relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan, Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz says. Talking to the Jirga Chairman, Aftab Ahmad Khan Sherpao, who is also interior minister of Pakistan, Aziz said that Pakistan is committed to a strong, stable and peaceful Afghanistan because that will serve as an anchor of peace and stability in the region and Pakistan will support all efforts to achieve this objective. He congratulated Sherpao for being selected as the Chairman of the Jirga and for conducting the proceedings in an effective and transparent manner. The prime minister said increased interaction with our counterparts in Afghanistan would help better understanding of issues on both sides. The final declaration of the Jirga, he said, will serve as a road map for future dialogue and discussions.--SPA www.spa.gov.sa/474941