Conceding that Pakistan is in the current situation today because of the action and deed of its own leaders in the past, Sharif said: “We need to keep our house in order. We have not taken care of our own house. As a result of which, the entire nation is suffering. We have to take Pakistan out of this situation.”
He sought the support of the media, the civil society and people of Pakistan in this regard.
“Both of us discussed strengthening and deepening of bilateral relationship. We had wide ranging discussions on issues including economy, Pakistan's energy, education, extremism in Pakistan. We talked about Afghanistan, we talked about relationship with India. This included Kashmir. We talked on drones. We talked about Aafia Siddiqui,” Sharif said.
Obama asked as to what the US can do for Pakistan, to which Sharif sought the policy of trade not aid.
“When he (Obama) asked what we (US) can do for Pakistan, I said, I do not need any aid from you. We want to increase our economic relationship. Please open your market for Pakistani products. This is more than enough for us,” Sharif said.
“He asked what we can do to address your energy issue. I said you should encourage your people, the private sector to come to Pakistan and invest in the energy sector. Pakistan is providing very good opportunities for them,” Sharif said.
