Mianwali stood by me when no one did , PM Imran Khan

MIANWALI: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday said that he is "ready for talks" with everyone, but that there would "never be any reconciliation" with those who "looted the nation's wealth"

His remarks came during a public procession in Mianwali.

The premier has gone to his ancestral town to inaugurate several projects, a statement by the Prime Minister's Office said, ahead of his arrival.
"Whether it is Waziristan or Balochistan, we will resolve all issues through dialogue.

"However, those who came to power and stole money will not be given an NRO (concession under National Reconciliation Ordinance) or offered reconciliation," the premier said in his address.

"Every civilised society puts such people in jail; it does not reconcile with them," he added.

PM Khan said that countries go poor when "big thieves" go scot-free and those who commit petty theft are thrown into jail.

'Mianwali stood by me when no one did'

When he began his speech, the premier thanked the people of Mianwali, crediting his premiership to the party workers there. "If I am the prime minister today, it is because of the party workers in Mianwali," he said.

He said that by the time his government completes its five years in power, there will be "historic" development in the city.

"The people of Mianwali stood by me when no one else did," the premier said, adding: "I will repay this favour by serving them."
Speaking of past rulers, the prime minister said that no previous government ever thought of development that is of benefit to the underprivileged sections of society.

"It my aim is to bring greater development to the backward areas of Pakistan," he said.

The premier further said that his focus is on improving the standard of education and schools, and assured the people of Mianwali that they will not need to seek education outside the district in the future.
PM Imran Khan also spoke on the economic front, saying that the "biggest problem" in the world today is inflation, which rose due to the coronavirus pandemic.

He said inflation is very much a concern throughout the world not just a phenomenon being witnessed in Pakistan.

The prime minister said that when lockdowns were imposed, "the US saw record high inflation".

"When global prices (of commodities) rose, unfortunately, Pakistan was impacted too," he said, adding that the world as well as Pakistan continue to grapple with the issue.
Speaking of the government's efforts to alleviate some of the problems faced by the people, the prime minister said that a 30% discount on food supplies will be provided to those earning less than Rs50,000 a month.

In addition, the Kamyab Pakistan programme will provide interest-free loans to families for house building, a health card for the whole of Punjab by next March and Rs47 billion in higher education scholarships for 6.2 million students, he said.

The prime minister resolved that his government would base Pakistan on the two basic principles of the state of Madina — the rule of law and a welfare state.

About the upgradation of Balkasar-Mianwali-Muzaffargarh road, the prime said the project would complete in a year and half.

He also assured the people of the water-deficient Mohar area that the government was considering the options of a canal as well as solar tube wells for relief from electricity bills.

PM Imran Khan urged PTI workers to fully participate in the upcoming local government elections and help the party win.

 

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PM Imran Khan stresses US' role for regional peace, stability

 Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday called on the United States to play its role in maintaining peace and stability in the region, as the situation evolves in Afghanistan and India continues its barbarity in occupied Kashmir.

The prime minister, according to a statement from the PM's Office, stressed America's role during a meeting with a four-member delegation of the US Senate — Senators Angus King, Richard Burr, John Cornyn, and Benjamin Sasse.

All four senators are members of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, while senator King is also a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee.
The prime minister underlined that Pakistan values its long-standing relationship with the United States and is committed to expanding it in all spheres, particularly in the economic dimension, the statement said.

PM Imran Khan reiterated that a deeper and stronger partnership between the two countries was mutually beneficial and critical for the region’s peace, security, and prosperity, it added.

Speaking on the evolving situation in Afghanistan, the prime minister emphasised that Pakistan and the US "must have a deeper engagement" to promote the shared objectives of peace, stability, and economic development.

He particularly underscored the urgent need to support the Afghan people by taking all possible measures to prevent a humanitarian crisis and economic collapse.

Apprising the delegation about the continuation of egregious human rights violations in the Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, the prime minister said the extremist and exclusionist policies of the RSS-inspired BJP were posing a threat to regional peace and security.

He underscored that, for its part, Pakistan remains ready to pursue measures that would reinforce peace, stability, and prosperity in the region, if the enabling environment was created by India.

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Respect the vote, the slogan means that the people can vote for whomever they want, Rana Sanaullah

Rana Sanaullah, the Punjab president of the PML-N, said on Saturday that those who 'assisted' in the appointment of an inept government in the country should now 'help' the nation throw them out.

Rana Sanaullah, speaking to media in Lahore, noted that the price of electricity was hiked by around Rs5 per unit yesterday.

"What will happen to the country's economy if the dollar's value surpasses 200? What will be the fate of the poor and the salaried?" he asked.

He said an "incompetent gang" is leading the country to "destruction".

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Federal govt ready to provide EVMs to ECP

Federal government is ready to provide electronic voting machines (EVMs) to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), Ministry of Science and Technology said in its reply to letter of the commission.

The ministry has asked the ECP to appoint a focal person for matters including timeframe of local bodies elections and procurement of machines.

While referring to demonstrations by the ministry to ECP on August 17 and November 15, Science Ministry asked that which machine is required by the commission so that order for its production can be placed.

It merits mention that election commission has sought 3900 electronic voting machines for holding local bodies elections in federal capital.

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Shahbaz Sharif opposes plan to present mini-budget

PML-N President and Opposition Leader Shahbaz Sharif said Saturday that the National Assembly approving a mini-budget would be national suicide.

According to the PML-N president, Pakistan's economic sovereignty is in trouble, and the Opposition will devise a plan to halt the presentation of a mini-budget.
"We will try making the government and its allies realise the detrimental effects of a mini-budget," Shahbaz said, adding that the current government has become a threat to national security.

The PML-N president stated that presenting a mini-budget is similar to treating cancer with aspirin, emphasising that the government should not present the IMF-prepared mini-budget.

"A tsunami of change has engulfed the economy, jobs, and happiness of the people. They have not been able to get relief from the fall in oil prices in the world market," stated Shahbaz.

Speaking about the economic relief programme, Shahbaz stated that it had had "no effect," albeit that the prices of electricity, gas, and commodities had "increased further."
To meet the conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the revival of its $6 billion loan, the PTI government is all set to table a mini-budget before Parliament next week.

The finance bill will seek withdrawal of the General Sales Tax (GST) exemptions and slapping standard rate of 17% on import of mobile phones, computers, silver/ gold, different articles of jewellery, re-meltable scrap, LPG and many other products.

It is not yet known whether the government will impose a standard GST rate of 17% on POL products or not because if the whole GST rate and petroleum levy were jacked up to Rs30 per litre in phases, the storm of inflationary pressures might touch new heights.

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Shahbaz Sharif opposes plan to present mini-budget

PML-N President and Opposition Leader Shahbaz Sharif said Saturday that the National Assembly approving a mini-budget would be national suicide.

According to the PML-N president, Pakistan's economic sovereignty is in trouble, and the Opposition will devise a plan to halt the presentation of a mini-budget.
"We will try making the government and its allies realise the detrimental effects of a mini-budget," Shahbaz said, adding that the current government has become a threat to national security.

The PML-N president stated that presenting a mini-budget is similar to treating cancer with aspirin, emphasising that the government should not present the IMF-prepared mini-budget.

"A tsunami of change has engulfed the economy, jobs, and happiness of the people. They have not been able to get relief from the fall in oil prices in the world market," stated Shahbaz.

Speaking about the economic relief programme, Shahbaz stated that it had had "no effect," albeit that the prices of electricity, gas, and commodities had "increased further."
To meet the conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the revival of its $6 billion loan, the PTI government is all set to table a mini-budget before Parliament next week.

The finance bill will seek withdrawal of the General Sales Tax (GST) exemptions and slapping standard rate of 17% on import of mobile phones, computers, silver/ gold, different articles of jewellery, re-meltable scrap, LPG and many other products.

It is not yet known whether the government will impose a standard GST rate of 17% on POL products or not because if the whole GST rate and petroleum levy were jacked up to Rs30 per litre in phases, the storm of inflationary pressures might touch new heights.

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PM Imran to inaugurate several development projects in Mianwali today

Prime Minister Imran Khan will inaugurate and perform ground-breaking of several development projects during his visit to Mianwali on Saturday.

The Prime Minister will inaugurate Establishment of City Park at Old Cattle Mandi Mianwali, Dualization of Sargodha-Mianwali Road (Phase-1) and Establishment of Miyawaki Forest at NAMAL Lake.

He will also lay the foundation stone of Upgradation of Kalabagh-Shakardara Road, Upgradation of DHQ Hospital Mianwali, Prime Minister Package-II, District Development Package, Establishment of Wooded Land at NAMAL Lake and Balkasar-Mianwali Road.

The premier will also visit Namal University Mianwali and will address the students.

 

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