John Bass, the Acting Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs of the US State Department, held meetings with several senior officials in Pakistan during his visit to the country.

The Pakistani Foreign Ministry said that discussions between both parties encompassed regional security, trade, and Pakistan's economic stability.

This meeting marks the first official visit of senior US officials to Pakistan following the formation of the new government led by Shehbaz Sharif.

The US State Department stated that various topics were discussed, including regional and bilateral matters, with an emphasis on US support for Pakistan's economic stability and shared priorities for regional prosperity and development.

According to the US State Department, Bass emphasised on the US commitment to fostering a stable, secure, and prosperous future for both nations during these discussions.

The Pakistani Foreign Ministry, in a press release, described the talks as productive and highlighted mutual commitments to enhancing cooperation in trade, investment, and addressing regional security challenges.

Additionally, informed sources told Afghanistan International that US and Pakistani officials discussed counterterrorism efforts, particularly focusing on combatting ISIS and the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).