ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Khawaja Asif on Tuesday said the BRICS declaration, which named terrorist groups in the region, cannot be termed as failure of the country’s foreign policy.
Speaking on Geo News programme ‘Capital Talk’, Asif said the declaration was not against Pakistan, however, added that a new foreign policy will have to be formed with regard to the regional situation.
He said the policy should only be meant to safeguard the interests of the nation and its dignity.
The minister denied reports of China backing India’s stance at the BRICS Summit on Monday, reiterating that China was a trustworthy friend of Pakistan.
Commenting on conference of Pakistani envoys in Islamabad, he said the recommendations put forth at the conference will be conveyed to the Parliament and other forums.
