Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed the resolve that enemies of Pakistan will be crushed through collective efforts of the nation, armed forces and the law enforcement agencies.
Addressing the Federal Cabinet meeting held in Islamabad today, he reiterated the commitment of his government to move forward with unity of thoughts and actions to eliminate terrorism from the country.
He categorically stated that no talks will be held with terrorists and those creating obstacles in development process will be crushed with full might.
The Prime Minister also informed the Cabinet members about his yesterday’s visit to Quetta. He said during the visit, a comprehensive review was made about the law and order situation in Balochistan.
He said during the briefing sessions in Quetta, it was apprised that elements belonging to Khwarij and terrorists are spreading hatred in Balochistan and are being funded from abroad. Commending the efforts of the Chief Minister Balochistan, he said the Chief Minister launched a number of development projects in the province.
Turning to economic situation of the country, he said the announcement of global rating agency Moody’s about Pakistan economic outlook reflects that the country’s economy is moving towards upwards trajectory. He said China is the best friend of Pakistan and CPEC has opened new avenues of development and prosperity in Pakistan.
The Prime Minister said officers and the personnel of the armed forces are chasing the terrorists with the federal government’s support. He assured that the federal government would extend support for capacity building of the Levies force.
He said during the visit, he also interacted with the family members of the martyrs and they were in high morale despite losing their dear ones. He said the Federal government will implement the proposals put forward by the provincial political leaders.
The Prime Minister said the government is also taking effective measures for development of youth. He said ten percent additional quota has been allocated for Balochistan in the schemes like laptops and agricultural training in China. He said the federal government will spend fifty-five billion rupees to convert agricultural tube wells on solar energy in Balochistan.
The Prime Minister said the Federal government will soon unveil its five-year home-grown economic revival plan to enhance exports, strengthen agriculture and industry as well as uplift of youth and impart vocational training.