LAHORE, Dec 15: US Ambassador to Pakistan Ann W Patterson called on PML-N patron Nawaz Sharif at his Raiwind residence on Monday.

Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif and Principal Officer of US Consulate Bryan D Hunt were also present in the meeting and discussed international and regional situation.

Condemning the Mumbai terrorism, Nawaz said India should have discussed the issue with Pakistan instead of taking it to the UN, says a press release.

He said as tension between the two South Asian neighbours could destabilise the region, the Indian leadership should avoid levelling allegations without evidence and violating Pakistan’s airspace.

Seeking US role in confidence building between the two states, he said Islamabad was ready to assist in Mumbai carnage, but it would be possible only through mutual talks and coordination.

The envoy agreed with the suggestion and assured him that her country would play its role in maintaining regional peace.—Staff Reporter