The Afghan government in a symbolic move to press Pakistan on Wednesday observed Solidarity Day with the Pashtun and Balouch tribes on the other side of the controversial Durand line.

"Today is the day of solidarity with the Pashtun and Balouch brothers. Long live Afghanistan and long live the brotherhood with Pashtun and Balouch tribes," Afghan Minster for Frontiers and Tribes Abdul Karim Barahawi told an audience of some 200 gathered to observe the day.

This is the first time in over one decade that Afghan government formally observes the Solidarity Day with Pakistan- based Pashtun and Balouch tribes.

The ceremony was held in a school and no high-ranking government officials or diplomats attended it.

Source: Xinhua