The central board of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has unveiled their intentions to organize a unique Pakistan Day event on the 23rd of March, in the afternoon, in Islamabad. This plan was finalized during a gathering presided over by Chairman Barrister Gohar.
Furthermore, the Senate election preparations will be addressed in a gathering of Punjab Assembly members at Latif Khosa’s residence on the same day. Additionally, the committee announced plans to arrange protests against the alleged electoral manipulation. Scheduled events include demonstrations in Islamabad on March 3 and in Karachi on April 21.
A scheduled press conference on March 25 will discuss the effects of the recently implemented International Monetary Fund (IMF) program on the nation’s economic landscape and its citizens. In the meeting, there was a focus on discussing the legal issues surrounding the founder chairman. Topics included potential court actions and the possibility of acquittals.
Moreover, the significance of well-crafted judicial statements and swift case resolutions was emphasized. Furthermore, the conversations involved examining Donald Lowe’s remarks from the American Conference Committee, highlighting the extensive range of topics addressed during the core committee gathering.
The Iranian representative expresses concern that the United States might create hurdles for the Pak-Iran gas pipeline initiative
Islamabad: The Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr. Reza Amiri Moqaddam, stated that there is a possibility of the United States creating obstacles in the payment process of the Pak-Iran gas pipeline project. Nevertheless, he believes that both countries have the capability to overcome any challenges that may arise, as reported.
The envoy’s statement followed US Assistant Secretary of State Donald Lu’s remarks a day prior, expressing doubts about the growing relationship between Pakistan and Iran due to the restart of the gas pipeline project. Lu questioned, “I am unsure where the funding for this project would originate, as I believe few international donors would be inclined to support such an initiative.”
He further highlighted, ” We have not received any indication from the Pakistani government seeking exemptions from the American sanctions that would undoubtedly arise from this project.”
At a Nowruz celebration held at the embassy, the Iranian ambassador suggested that a solution could be devised for the ongoing issue. Moqaddam mentioned that there is no room for extending the 2009 agreement, as Iran has completed a 1,000-kilometer gas pipeline on their side, costing $1 billion. He emphasized that Pakistan has not fulfilled its obligations under the agreement.
He mentioned that Iran had finished its part of the project years ago; however, they have been waiting for Pakistan to execute the agreement for the past ten years. Emphasizing the mutual benefits, he stated, “The Iranian gas pipeline serves the greater good of the citizens of both nations.”
This initiative would enable Pakistan to supply affordable gas to its people. He expressed optimism, saying, “We can devise a solution to overcome the challenges hindering the gas pipeline project’s progress.”