Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has reiterated Pakistan's commitment to continue its sincere, conciliatory efforts for peace in Afghanistan.

He was addressing the joint press briefing after conclusion of trilateral conference, along with his Turkish counterpart in Istanbul today (Friday) while his Afghan counterpart joined through video link.

The Foreign Minister said peace in Afghanistan will open up new avenues for the development of ties within and outside the region.

He stressed that at this crucial stage all parties concerned should cease this great opportunity and sit on the table for this purpose.