High Commissioner of Pakistan, Dr. Shahid Ahmad Hashmat met the newly-appointed  Prime Minister, Mahinda Rajapaksa and Speaker Karu Jayasuriya today, the Pakistan High Commission said. 

"During the meetings, the current political situation in Sri Lanka was discussed," a statement issued by the High Commission added. 

It also said,"The High Commissioner reiterated Pakistan’s support for continuation and consolidation of democratic process in Sri Lanka. He expressed the hope that the ongoing political situation will be overcome peacefully and amicably in accordance with the constitution and aspirations of Sri Lankan people." 

However, the statement did not elaborate whether the High Commissioner congratulated Rajapaksa on his appointment as the Prime Minister.