QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Abdul Quddus Bizenjo said no one would be allowed to politicise Reko Diq project, days after Supreme Court declared new deal with foreign company legal.

Bizenjo in media talk made it clear that provincial taxes on copper and gold mine project would go to Balochistan. He vowed not to give in powers granted to province after 18th amendment in Constitution.

Mega foreign investment of $ 8 billion would not only help revive national economy but also have positive impact on provincial economy. Balochistan will reap financial benefits from accord signed with Canadian company, he assured.

All stakeholders, including political parties were taken on board prior to Reko Diq agreement. He pledged to go to any length to satisfy opposition about project.

Canadian company Barrick Gold which ended long-standing dispute with Pakistan in March last inked new agreement. Apex court observed that government had signed agreement after taking Balochistan Assembly into confidence and consulting experts.

Published in The Daily National Courier, December, 14 2022

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