President Mamnoon Hussain has said that the whole nation is united in the fight to eliminate terrorism and extremism and expressed optimism that after the success of operation Zarb-e-Azb, operation Raddul Fasaad will also attain its objectives and the scourge of terrorism will be eradicated forever.
The President said this while addressing the Army officials undergoing training at the Command and Staff College, Quetta at the Aiwan-e-Sadr, Islamabad on Friday.
The President lauded the role and sacrifices of armed forces, law enforcement agencies and civil administration in addressing the challenges of lawlessness and terrorism. The President also appreciated the role of Pak Army in restoring law & order in Balochistan. The President stated that despite facing many challenges Pakistan is now heading in the right direction adding that the country is now more stable and strong than before and many opportunities are knocking on its door.
President Mamnoon Hussain said that China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has the potential to change the fate of the region for better and emphasized the need to forge harmony amongst all national institutions and stakeholders for timely completion of all development projects including this mega venture. He further said that Balochistan will gain specifically from CPEC project and immense opportunities of employment will be created after the operationalization of Gwadar Port. The President noted that the inclusion of Diamer Bhasha Dam project in CPEC will ensure its timely completion as well as overcoming water and power shortage in the country.
President Mamnoon Hussain said that successful holding of Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) conference in Islamabad is a success of Pakistan’s foreign policy adding that the impression of Pakistan being isolated is a misperception.
The President stated that economic policy of Pakistan is heading in the right direction as the country’s economy is improving owing to sound economic policies of the Government. The President underscored that Pakistan can achieve its desired goals if every individual dispenses his or her responsibilities efficiently.
The President commended the role of Command & Staff College, Quetta in imparting quality and strategic training to officers of Pak Army and those from the allied countries. He hoped that training received at this premier military institution will prove to be an asset for the trainee officers with the help of which they will be able to utilize their abilities and full potential in the service of the motherland.
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