ISLAMABAD, Jan 21: President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday welcomed a pledge from US President Barack Obama to seek a new approach with the Muslim world after eight turbulent years of the Bush administration.

Mr Zardari said the people of Pakistan welcomed Mr Obama’s emphasis on seeking a “new way forward” with the Muslim world “based on mutual interest and mutual respect”, said a statement from the presidency.

“Renewal by the US president of commitment to high ideals and values would raise hope for a better future for the peoples of the world,” the statement quoted Mr Zardari as saying.—AFP

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