PM says not only armed forces but all institutions, ministries and provinces responsible for eradicating terrorism,
Islamabad_ Shehbaz Sharif has stressed the need for coordination among all stakeholders in the fight against terrorism amid attacks against security forces and law enforcement agencies.
“We must all come together to eradicate terrorism,” the premier said while addressing the apex committee meeting on national security on Saturday where he addressed pressing issues facing the country.
Prime Minister reassured the nation that the menace of terrorism would be rooted out soon.
He said the wave of terrorism has engulfed the country for nearly 25 years and it has brought massive societal and economic costs.
Calling all stakeholders to collaborate with each other, he said “the war against terrorism is a joint duty of all institutions of the state as it is a battle for the survival of the country.
Moreover, the PM said the rule of law is vital for the much-needed stability to bring about economic reforms to stem the country out of crisis.
“An unstable environment in any state will not win the trust of local investors, let alone foreign investors,” the premier cautioned.
“Coherence and coordination among all stakeholders, including political leadership and religious scholars, are crucial in this fight for our survival.”
His address comes a day after five soldiers were martyred in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Kurram when an improvised explosive device exploded on the security forces vehicle.
It was a second such incident this month after seven soldiers, including a captain, were martyred in the province’s Lakki Marwat district.
While highlighting the national security concerns, the prime minister emphasised the urgent need for effective governance and the rule of law to ensure sustainable development. He acknowledged that the challenge of terrorism has plagued Pakistan for the past two and a half decades, with the country facing multifaceted threats from extremism, smuggling, and hate.
PM Shehbaz praised the sacrifices made by the Pakistan Armed Forces in safeguarding the nation, stating: “We are engaged in a battle to protect our future generations.” He underscored the necessity of strengthening law enforcement agencies to tackle the complex issue of terrorism.
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He vowed to provide comprehensive resources to the country’s security apparatus. “We will ensure that our security agencies are fully funded and equipped to address the challenge of terrorism.”
While expressing confidence in the provincial governments’ role in countering terrorism, the premier said: “We expect the provinces to play a robust part in combating the menace of terrorism.”
He recognised the transnational nature of the terrorism threat and emphasised the importance of active diplomacy with regional countries to restrict the space for terrorist organizations.
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