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Troops for Iraq under UN mandate: Pakistan

IRNA - Islamic Republic News Agency

Islamabad, April 19, IRNA -- Pakistan hinted on Monday to send troops 
to Iraq under UN mandate. 
"If there is any troops contribution by Pakistan, it would be 
strictly under UN mandate and serve under UN command," Foreign Office 
spokesman Masood Khan told weekly press briefing. 
Pakistan said last week that Washington has formally requested 
Islamabad for troops for Iraq. 
"Pakistan is fully aware of the situation in Iraq and it will 
eliberate on this issue and its response would be in conformity with 
the policy of the government reflecting aspirations of the people," 
Khan added. 
To a question, the spokesman said Pakistan will be President of 
the UN Security Council next month. "It would be playing a 
constructive role at the UN for ushering in era of peace and security 
in Iraq." 
Asked if Pakistan has received any response from New Delhi about 
its proposals for checking drug trafficking and nuclear Confidence 
Building Measures (CBMs), Khan said there has so far been no feedback 
from India. "Pakistan has made the proposals and is awaiting 
response." 
To another question, Foreign Office spokesman said the government 
is pursuing the political track to resolve the issue of the surrender 
of Taleban al-Qaeda men and their local supporters in the country`s 
tribal region. 
"Steps being taken are part of the political process," Khan said, 
"The government wants to exhaust all options and is not contemplating 
action at the moment." 
TK/TSH/214 
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