ISLAMBAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday visited North Waziristan where he was given a detailed briefing on the prevalent security situation.
On arrival at Miranshah, PM Shehbaz Sharif was received by Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa. The premier laid a floral wreath at the Shuhada (Martyrs) monument and offered Fateha for valiant sons of the soil who rendered supreme sacrifices while defending the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Pakistan.
PM Sharif Shehbaz was given a detailed briefing on the prevalent security situation with a special focus on terrorists’ activities from across the border. He was also briefed on the western border management system including the status of border fencing.
The prime minister paid rich tributes to the officers and men of the Pakistan Army for their success in breaking the back of terrorism. He said it was not too long ago that terrorists had been indiscriminately targeting innocent men, women, children, educational institutions and state infrastructure across the country.
“Thanks to the valiant efforts of our armed forces, fully supported by the nation, we have been successful in defeating and degrading all types of terrorist organisations and dismantling their infrastructure,” he said, adding that the nation stands united in this endeavour and shall together overcome the challenges.
Meeting with tribal leaders
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met tribal elders in North Waziristan nd spent time with them. The tribal elders welcomed the prime minister and thanked him for his first visit to the area which spoke of his focus and concern for tribal districts.
The prime minister thanked tribal elders for their all out support in war against terrorism for a peaceful and stable Pakistan.
He assured the tribal elders that his government will do all to bring comfort in local populace and ensure socio economic development as dividends of the fight against terrorism.
“The people of tribal districts have rendered great sacrifices and we owe them a lot. We will not let their sacrifices go waste. Our priority will be to ensure civic facilities for local community at par with rest of Pakistan,” he added.
Tribal elders assured the prime minister of their complete support for peace, stability and prosperity of Pakistan. Defence Minister Khawaj Asif and independent MNA Mohsin Dawar were also present on the occasion.
