British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Saturday hinted at the possibility of moving Pakistan from “red” to “amber” list as his government was looking at the data related to the countries under the coronavirus restrictions.
The premier made these remarks during a conversation with a Pakistani delegation at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, where he was attending the Sovereign’s Parade as the Queen’s representative, to watch 243 cadets commissioned as army officers.
Johnson’s remarks indicate that there is a chance that Pakistan may be moved from the “red list” in a few weeks.
The Pakistani delegation included Moazzam Ali Khan and three other diplomats.
According to official sources, Johnson’s remarks were in response to the Pakistani delegation raising the issue and how inconvenient it was for thousands of Pakistanis.
Johnson assured the delegation that his government was looking at the data and “considering possibilities”, based on scientific advice.
He said that he is looking forward to Prime Minister Imran Khan’s visit to the United Kingdom soon.
The Pakistani delegation was attending the annual ceremony to honour Pakistani cadets who attend the prestigious academy every year. Two Pakistani cadets passed out yesterday from the military academy.
The prime minister paid tribute to the military cadets for completing their training at Sandhurst.
