President Asif Ali Zardari has reiterated that terrorist elements will be defeated at all costs and that every attempt to divide the nation will fail.
Chairing a high-level meeting on law and order in Quetta today, the President emphasized that the state's stance on terrorism is clear and that winning the war against terrorism is imperative.
During the meeting, Chief Minister Balochistan Mir Sarfraz Bugti gave a comprehensive briefing on the overall security situation in the province.
Addressing the meeting, the president stated that the Counter-Terrorism Wing will be provided with advanced weaponry to effectively combat criminal elements and terrorists. He also expressed his desire to see every child in school and stressed the need to equip the youth with modern technology.
Chairman of the Pakistan People's Party (PPP), Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, also attended the meeting.
Separately, President Zardari met with members of parliamentary parties in Balochistan. Chairman PPP Bilawal Bhutto Zardari was also present during the meeting.
Opposition leaders in the Balochistan Assembly and parliamentary leaders of various political parties presented their concerns and proposals regarding public welfare and the challenges facing the province.
During the discussion, President Asif Ali Zardari highlighted that he had a special connection with the people of Balochistan.
He emphasized that as Pakistanis, national solidarity must be upheld to take the country forward.
He assured that all rights would be granted to the people. He said that all efforts for the welfare and prosperity of Balochistan would yield positive results, with decisions being made that would be remembered in history.
The President also said that he would set up a special camp in Balochistan after Eid to listen to public grievances and suggestions.
During the meeting, Opposition Leader in the Balochistan Assembly, Mir Younas Aziz Zehri, appreciated Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti's initiatives and assured complete cooperation.