Pakistan can't tolerate cross-border terrorism now, declares PM Shehbaz

ISLAMABAD, (NNI): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has categorically stated that Pakistan will not tolerate any kind of terrorist attacks from across the border anymore.

Chairing the federal cabinet meeting in Islamabad on Wednesday, Prime Minister Shehbaz made it crystal clear that the security of the geographical frontiers of Pakistan are a redline.

Shehbaz said Pakistan desires to have cordial relations with the neighbouring fraternal country to promote trade and economic relations, but it is not acceptable that the land of the neighbouring country is used for terrorism.

The prime minister proposed the formulation of a joint strategy with the sincerity of purpose to defeat the scourge of terrorism, saying collective efforts against terrorism will help establish peace in the region and address other issues such as poverty.

Shehbaz expressed the confidence that the neighbouring country (Afghanistan) will seriously consider his proposal and work with Pakistan to make the region abode of peace.

Highlighting the sacrifices rendered by Pakistan in the war on terrorism, Shehbaz reaffirmed the commitment to wipe out the menace of terrorism as was done previously. He paid glowing tributes to the sacrifices of the security forces and their families.

Turning to the economic situation, Prime Minister Shehbaz said the country is compelled to secure another IMF package. He however affirmed the commitment to revive the economy and help it stand on its own feet. "We have taken a conscious decision to minimize borrowing and gradually rid the country of loans," he added.

Shehbaz an enabling environment will be created to attract investments across various sectors including agriculture, industries, Information Technology and mines and minerals. He said Special Investment Facilitation Council is serving as a robust platform to facilitate investment in the country.