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Sunday, July 3, 2011

Rehman Malik asks world to join hands against terrorism

Interior Minister Rehman Malik on Sunday said that terrorists were common enemies of humanity and world community should join hands to eliminate this menace. He said this while briefing Saudi journalists and media persons, said a message received from  here Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.Malik said that terrorists and extremists were not Muslims and were defaming Islam.The Minister said that Pakistan had rendered tremendous sacrifices in operations against terrorism and the world had recognized its sacrifices.

He said that Osama Bin Laden was dead and those who claim otherwise should come out with proofs.The Minister said,” Pakistan always looks towards Saudi Arabia and considers it a uniting force for the entire Ummah”.
He appreciated the Saudi leadership for initiating the interfaith dialogue and harmony amongst cultures and religions.
The Minister said that Pakistani community was playing an important role in the development and prosperity of Saudi Arabia as well as Pakistan.
He said that steps have been taken to facilitate Pakistani community residing in Saudi Arabia.
He thanked the Saudi leadership for facilitating Pakistani community in the Kingdom. He also lauded the Saudi leadership for assisting Pakistan in difficult times.   
Later, the Interior Minister called on Assistant Saudi Interior Minister Prince Muhammad bin Naif and discussed matters of mutual interest and the ways and means to strengthen the existing fraternal relations between the two countries.            
Rehman Malik apprised Prine Naif about the latest situation in the region and Pakistan’s efforts to fight terrorism and curb extremism.
He said that Pakistan and Saudi Arabia’s relations were time tested and beyond material considerations. The Minister said that the leadership and the people of Pakistan have high regards for the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, his leadership and the people of Saudi Arabia.
He lauded the Saudi leadership and expressed his gratitude for assisting Pakistan during hours of trail.
The Saudi Assistant Interior Minister appreciated Pakistan’s role in the fight against terrorism and extremism. APP