Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has emphasized that Balochistan is not a peripheral concern but the cornerstone of Pakistan’s unity, prosperity, economic future and national security, urging all stakeholders to work collectively for lasting peace, inclusive development and a stronger federation.
Addressing the participants of the National Workshop Balochistan at Aiwan-e-Sadr (President House), Islamabad, Chairman Senate warmly welcomed parliamentarians, civil servants, members of civil society, academia, youth and media representatives from across the country. He described the National Workshop as a unique platform that fosters dialogue, strengthens inter-provincial understanding and builds national cohesion by bringing together diverse segments of society.
Chairman Gilani said that Balochistan occupies a strategic position owing to its vast coastline, abundant mineral resources and geographic location linking South Asia with Central Asia and the Middle East. He observed that the province’s progress is inseparable from Pakistan’s overall development and prosperity.
While acknowledging the security, socio-economic and human development challenges confronting the province, Chairman Senate strongly condemned terrorism and said that hostile elements backed by external forces are attempting to destabilize Pakistan by targeting innocent civilians and development projects. He paid glowing tribute to the Pakistan Armed Forces, Frontier Corps Balochistan, Police and all law enforcement agencies for their courage, professionalism and unwavering commitment in safeguarding the country. He reaffirmed the Senate of Pakistan’s complete solidarity with the nation’s security forces and honoured the sacrifices rendered by the martyrs in defence of the motherland.
