Islamabad: The United States reduced number of troops in Pakistan following a request from the government of Pakistan, said a statement issued by the US embassy in Islamabad on Friday.
Vice Adm. Michael LeFever, Chief of the Office of the Defence Representative-Pakistan said reduction of the troops has nearly been completed after receiving a written request from the government of Pakistan to do so.
“We’ve been honoured to partner with the Pakistan military and we believe our service members here provide excellent support to Pakistan’s military in the fight against extremists.”
US military personnel in Pakistan include trainers who work with Pakistani security forces, the release said, adding that the total number of US military forces in Pakistan “is determined at the request of and in conjunction with the government and military of Pakistan”.
When the government of Pakistan requests assistance, the US remains ready to help with the security requirements of Pakistan, the release quoted LeFever as saying.
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