Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani has emphatically stated that
there will be no compromise on Pakistan sovereignty and legitimate
interests and its territorial frontiers will be defended at all costs.
In a policy statement in National Assembly on Thursday on the
situation arising out of Salala attack, he said in the past Pakistan
extended full cooperation to the members of the international community
in the counter terrorism domain. He however, pointed out that our
cooperation has certain well defined red-lines including sovereign
equality and mutual respect, no unilateral action inside Pakistan and no
transgression of its territorial frontiers.
He said as a responsible state, Pakistan will continue to uphold and
promote the cause of regional peace and stability. However, in doing so
we shall ensure that our legitimate interests are not only recognized
but fully accommodated.
The Prime Minister emphasized that these fundamental points of principle need to be understood by our international partners.
He reiterated that Pakistan as a peace loving country remains
committed to regional peace and stability particularly in Afghanistan.
As a country which suffered from terrorism, elimination of terrorism
and militancy remains high priority for the people and government of
Pakistan.
Pakistan.
He said Pakistan in all earnest extended hand of friendship to the
people and government of Afghanistan. As immediate neighbour and
sincere well wisher, people of Pakistan remain committed to promote the
best of relations with Afghanistan in all spheres.
The Prime Minister expressed satisfaction that the entire nation is
united to uphold Pakistan’s national dignity and honour and to safeguard
the country’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.
He said we are now awaiting recommendations from the Parliamentary
committee on national security and the future course of action will be
decided by the parliament.
The Prime Minister also apprised the House about the NATO attack and response of the government. SANA
