Governor dialogue: Governor for resolving issues through dialogue

LAHORE: Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan stated that dialogue is the only solution to all issues.

He affirmed that the country’s image would not be allowed to be tarnished by the politics of sit-ins and protests. He urged the youth to contribute to the nation’s development and progress without falling prey to any misleading influences, adding that those who repeatedly march on Islamabad are enemies of the country.

During a meeting with leaders of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Punjab here at the Governor House, the governor stated that the UN Secretary-General is currently visiting Pakistan, and it is essential to project a positive image of the country to him. He remarked that the nation cannot afford the politics of protests and sit-ins at this juncture. He emphasized that solution to all issues lies at the negotiating table, noting that the Prime Minister has repeatedly invited the opposition to hold talks.

He described the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) as a pro-people, democratic, and patriotic party that stands firmly with the country, adding that they would not allow anyone to tarnish Pakistan’s global image through sit-ins and protest politics.

The governor Punjab highlighted that the PPP leadership have workers have historically endured the hardships of imprisonment, noting President Asif Ali Zardari has specifically suffered the greatest extent of incarceration and hardship. He directed party workers to stay united and play their role in ensuring Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s success and his eventual rise to the office of Prime Minister.

He further stated that the PPP has always played a constructive role in strengthening institutions and upholding the supremacy of the Constitution and the rule of law, emphasizing that the party believes in democracy and regards the people as its true source of strength.

Moreover, the governor paid tribute to the security forces for successfully conducting intelligence-based operations in North Waziristan and Mastung. He stated that the security forces eliminated 13 Kwarijis during these successful operations. The governor remarked that the actions taken by security forces in the war against terrorism are commendable.

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