LAHORE: Punjab Apex Committee, in its inaugural session approved extension of VVIP security for Chinese nationals engaged in development projects across Punjab to ensure their complete protection.

During session chaired by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, Apex Committee passed resolution to enhance security for Chinese nationals involved in development projects across Punjab.

Addressing committee participants, Chief Minister underscored necessity for collective action, affirming that every conceivable measure would be undertaken to combat terrorism.

Maryam emphasised imperative to reactivate National Action Plan and commended its implementation, which was initiated after APS tragedy.

CM Maryam underscored need to acknowledge efficacy of institutions tasked with combating terrorism and stressed the importance of adhering to principles of NAP.

CM emphasised imperative of capacity building, highlighting proliferation of modern weaponry among criminal elements in South Punjab, while outlining concerted efforts to curtail crime.

Addressing recent political demonstration marred by acts of terrorism on May 9, Maryam Nawaz, without naming any political group, cautioned against convergence of political ideologies with terrorism.

Highlighting transformative potential of CPEC project for region, she decried project’s susceptibility to targeting, lamenting tendency for Pakistan’s discourse to lag behind.

Maryam further asserted Punjab’s relatively tranquil status compared to other provinces and announced plans to establish additional checkpoints in border areas for enhanced security measures.

Published in The Daily National Courier, April, 06 2024

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