ISLAMABAD: British National Security Adviser Mark Lyall Grant called on Prime Minister’s Special Assistant on Foreign Affairs Syed Tariq Fatemi at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs here on Sunday. During the meeting, the special assistant underscored the importance Pakistan attached to its relations with the United Kingdom and noted that partnership between the two countries was moving in right direction. He recalled the recent meeting between Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Prime Minister Theresa May in New York on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. Fatemi highlighted improved security situation and its positive impact on economic revival in Pakistan. He also hosted a luncheon in the honour of the visiting dignitary. Grant acknowledged the significant achievements made by Pakistan and the sacrifices rendered by the people of Pakistan in war on terror. He reaffirmed the UK’s continued support to Pakistan. Matter relating to regional security and mutual interest were also discussed. The special assistant briefed the visiting dignitary about current situation in Indian-held Kashmir. Being a member of UNSC, he said, the UK should urge India to end human rights violations in the occupied territory and to enter into a sustained dialogue process with Pakistan, so as to enable the two countries to peacefully resolve their differences. Grant lauded the role being played by Pakistan in promoting peace and stability in the region. Fatemi also briefed the visiting dignitary about Pakistan’s efforts to promote lasting peace and stability in Afghanistan including the Afghan-owned and Afghan-led reconciliation process through the Quadrilateral Coordination Group.