Karzai seeks joint anti-terror strategy with Pak

Karzai expressed these views during a telephonic conversation with Pakistan Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani.

He also expressed grief over the loss of innocent lives in the recent terrorist attacks in Lahore and Mingora, the Daily Times reported.

According to a press release issued by the prime minister's office, Karzai told Gilani that the circumstances in neighbouring countries were 'so similar' that an act of violence in one country is followed by an act of violence in the other.

He was referring to the recent terror attack in Kandahar.

Karzai said that both countries needed to coordinate their efforts in order to strengthen cooperation against terrorism and militancy.

Karzai also thanked Zardari for the warm hospitality accorded to him and his delegation during their recent visit to Islamabad.

He said he looked forward to continued mutual cooperation between Pakistan and Afghanistan in all areas.