Important decisions in National Apex Committee meeting today
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A meeting of the National Apex Committee is currently in progress in Islamabad, with the primary agenda being the evaluation of the law and order situation prevailing within Pakistan. Recent times have witnessed a concerning escalation in acts of terrorism, notably including incidents in Mastung and Hangu.
- -Top Stories- The gathering is being presided over by Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar and boasts attendance from significant figures such as COAS General Asim Munir, the chief ministers of the four provinces, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Moreover, prominent security officials have been summoned to partake in the discussions.
The focal point of the meeting resides in a comprehensive assessment of the nation's overall law and order status, coupled with an examination of the progress achieved in implementing the National Action Plan.
This crucial evaluation is conducted in light of the surge in terrorist activities within Pakistan. In a recent statement, Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir unequivocally reiterated the unwavering commitment of Pakistan's armed forces to continue their operations against terrorist elements relentlessly. It is a testament to their determination that they will not cease until the scourge of terrorism is thoroughly eradicated from the country.
During his visit to Quetta, COAS General Asim Munir shared these sentiments, offering his condolences and respect to the fallen heroes who have valiantly fought against terrorism. He pointed out that the recent terrorist incidents occurring on the 12th of Rabi-ul-Awwal expose the sinister intentions of extremist groups, which, as he asserted, receive support from state-sponsored sources of terrorism.
In addition to the military leadership, the briefing encompassed the presence of Caretaker Interior Minister Sarfraz Ahmed Bugti, the Chief Minister of Balochistan, and other prominent provincial ministers, along with high-ranking civil and military officials.
This meeting of the National Apex Committee signifies the government's resolute commitment to addressing the escalating security concerns and maintaining the peace and stability of the nation.
In light of the recent surge in terrorist incidents, it underscores the urgency of concerted efforts to combat and eliminate the menace of terrorism, while also reaffirming the unwavering dedication of Pakistan's armed forces to this cause. The collaboration between federal and provincial leadership, alongside the military and security apparatus, exemplifies a united front against the common threat to national security.
