In the article, which highlights Pakistan ’s immense economic potential as well as it’s centrality to regional stability, the president reaffirms his resolve to get rid of violent extremism and bring the people long-denied economic uplift.
“Since taking office, my government has achieved tangible results during our first year in the office. But this is just a start; we have a long way to go,” he says in the article, which, published in January-February issue of the magazine, cites
Reminding the country’s international allies of the massiveness of the challenges that confronted the country at the time of democratic government’s inception in early 2008,President Zardari said: “The democratic government on assuming power inherited a huge portfolio of challenges ---
The writing entitled “Pakistan Regained - Leadership for Progress” notes that country is paying a heavy price for its border with
Up to 2.5 million displaced following action against militants in the northwesternareas drove the direct cost of the conflict to an estimated $ 45 billion.
President Zardari’s government, the article says, has responded to the challenge with wide-ranging reform and decisive military action that have stabilized the county and brought new legitimacy to the state.
“We have chosen to fight terror and stand firm in this struggle alongside our allies,” the Pakistani leader states.
At the same time, Zardari underlines the implications of
“We are left to deal with the lingering after-effects of the Cold War which have plunged us into this war against terrorism and led us to pay such a heavy price.”
The article notes expression of US-led international backing for
Under the circumstances, Zardari’s government urges a rapid dispensation of pledges made,to cover immediate needs and support
“Given the severity of the internal security challenge the country is facing, it is critical that the economy is provided a strong stimulus as quickly as possible so that the maximum number of jobs are created in the shortest time,” Zardari emphasizes.
“If international aid flows are delayed, the country will be forced to cut
development spending as well as the provision of critical social services. This could be a setback for the global war on terror.”
Stressing the key role
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