Obama Meets Zardari

Presidents discuss counter-terrorism efforts, regional stability, Afghanistan in Friday meeting.

THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary

January 14, 2011

Readout of the President’s meeting with President Zardari of Pakistan

The President met with President Asif Ali Zardari of Pakistan today at the White House. The discussion focused on our shared efforts to fight terrorism and promote regional stability, specifically on the importance of cooperating toward a peaceful and stable outcome in Afghanistan. The President underscored the importance of the U.S.-Pakistan relationship and our continued support for Pakistan. The President said he is looking forward to visiting Pakistan later this year. President Zardari will attend Ambassador Richard Holbrooke’s memorial service this afternoon at the Kennedy Center.

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