IK did not cancel KL Summit trip due to Saudi Arabia pressure, says Dr Mahatir

[PaklovesTurkiye]

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad (pic) dismissed foreign reports that Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan has cancelled his trip here for the Kuala Lumpur (KL) 2019 Summit following pressure from Saudi Arabia as untrue.

Dr Mahathir said that Imran, who earlier called him to express his regrets for not being able to attend the summit, which starts tomorrow (Dec 18) until Sunday (Dec 21), could have his own reasons.

"That's his choice, we cannot force. In Islam, there is no compulsion in religion.

"He can't come maybe because of other issues.

"But what was reported in the media was not true.

"There is no problem," he told reporters at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) here on Tuesday (Dec 17).

It was reported by foreign media such as Pakistan's Geo News that Imran cancelled his scheduled visit to Malaysia under pressure from Saudi Arabia.

Earlier in a statement, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) clarified that all 56 countries of the Islamic world were invited and all 56 were represented at various levels.

The KL Summit 2019 was supposed to bring together the heads of government from Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey and Qatar to address and resolve issues concerning Muslims.

"We invited 50 countries but for the heads of government, at first only three were supposed to be involved then we invited Qatar and Indonesia, if they're interested.

"But if they can't come then we can't force them to.

"They have sent their delegations and representatives, they seem interested in the subjects that we are discussing.

"Hopefully, they (the leaders) will receive some of the information regarding our discussions, which have nothing to do with religion, but instead, the state of affairs of the Muslims," added Dr Mahathir.

https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nat...t-trip-due-to-saudi-arabia-pressure-says-dr-m

You sir, are a GENTLEMAN.....Props to Malaysians for electing such a boss.

God...Just observe the difference b/w Saudis leadership and Malaysian one. Didn't join Yemen war, got threatened....didn't join KL summit, well no worries....

Pakistan future lies with these sensible allies. Make that new alliance functional and drag Pakistan into it. Announce in that summit that Pakistan fully supports this initiative and will soon be part of it.

@rambro

 

[PaklovesTurkiye]

"Today the ummah is faced with oppression, the incarceration of millions who are placed in detention camps, civil wars resulting in the total destruction of cities and nations leading to the mass migration of displaced Muslims to non-Muslim countries," the statement said.

"Also, the rise of Islamophobia and irrational practices that go against the tenets of Islam yet proclaimed in the name of Islam. It is these concerns that had led to the establishment of the summit.

"This year’s edition attempts to go beyond intellectual debates and discussions and instead pursue specific measures, pillars or objectives which are deemed achievable and implementable."

https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/503971

I never hated Saudis as much as I am hating now.

Pakistani newspapers are publishing this news and local Pakistanis are not happy on this.

Idiot Saudis are now gonna lose support among SUNNIS...

And I can hear Iranians can't stop laughing.

 

[YeBeWarned]

Oh Poor emotional Kids of PDF and Patwari's ..

 

[Haris Ali2140]

"Today the ummah is faced with oppression, the incarceration of millions who are placed in detention camps, civil wars resulting in the total destruction of cities and nations leading to the mass migration of displaced Muslims to non-Muslim countries," the statement said.

"Also, the rise of Islamophobia and irrational practices that go against the tenets of Islam yet proclaimed in the name of Islam. It is these concerns that had led to the establishment of the summit.

"This year’s edition attempts to go beyond intellectual debates and discussions and instead pursue specific measures, pillars or objectives which are deemed achievable and implementable."

https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/503971

I never hated Saudis as much as I am hating now.

Pakistani newspapers are publishing this news and local Pakistanis are not happy on this.

Idiot Saudis are now gonna lose support among SUNNIS...

And I can hear Iranians can't stop laughing.

LOL it is disrespectful.

 

[PaklovesTurkiye]

LOL it is disrespectful.

And credit goes to Pakistani civil and military leadership.

If Americans again start tamasha of FATF, what will happen? Will Saudis side again with US?

 

[Amavous]

Prime Minister Dr. Mahathir thankyou very much for giving us face-saving.

On the other hand, PTI ministers are openlyly talking on tv shows about "friendly countries" that are not happy about us going to the conference.

Again Dr. Mahathir thanks for heaving a big heart and not holding the grudge like Arabs.

 

[Haris Ali2140]

And credit goes to Pakistani civil and military leadership.

If Americans again start tamasha of FATF, what will happen? Will Saudis side again with US?

As it has been said before:
Beggars can't be choosers.

 

[PaklovesTurkiye]

Oh Poor emotional Kids of PDF and Patwari's ..

I am a IK supporter and you also deep down know that Mr. Mahatir is just being too kind to not to say the obvious thing that Khan did bend.

He is just protecting his kid Khan and Khan's dignity.

@jupiter2007 @Verve @Basel @Rafeh @StormBreaker

 

[Mentee]

Oh Poor emotional Kids of PDF and Patwari's ..

@PaklovesTurkiye hamari laj rkh li

As it has been said before:
Beggars can't be choosers.

Haris iama let lose on you if you again used derogatory remarks against the state

 

[nahtanbob]

Prime Minister Dr. Mahathir thankyou very much for giving us face-saving.

On the other hand, PTI ministers are openlyly talking on tv shows about "friendly countries" that are not happy about us going to the conference.

Again Dr. Mahathir thanks for heaving a big heart and not holding the grudge like Arabs.

Dr. Mahathir has little choice but to be gracious. he does not have a kitty like the Saudi royals to give you money
plus he sells you billion dollars in unhealthy palm oil

 

[Kambojaric]

Respect to the Dr. A great leader and asset to his people!

 

[Hakikat ve Hikmet]

A friend in need is a friend indeed...

IK and Pak have got genuine friends...

 

[masterchief_mirza]

As it has been said before:
Beggars can't be choosers.

Why be voluntary beggars then?

 

[Haris Ali2140]

Why be voluntary beggars then?

India say tamatar laina band kiya you cheekien nikal gain. Beghair dollar ki kaya banay ga???

 

[Pan-Islamic-Pakistan]

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad (pic) dismissed foreign reports that Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan has cancelled his trip here for the Kuala Lumpur (KL) 2019 Summit following pressure from Saudi Arabia as untrue.

Dr Mahathir said that Imran, who earlier called him to express his regrets for not being able to attend the summit, which starts tomorrow (Dec 18) until Sunday (Dec 21), could have his own reasons.

"That's his choice, we cannot force. In Islam, there is no compulsion in religion.

"He can't come maybe because of other issues.

"But what was reported in the media was not true.

"There is no problem," he told reporters at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) here on Tuesday (Dec 17).

It was reported by foreign media such as Pakistan's Geo News that Imran cancelled his scheduled visit to Malaysia under pressure from Saudi Arabia.

Earlier in a statement, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) clarified that all 56 countries of the Islamic world were invited and all 56 were represented at various levels.

The KL Summit 2019 was supposed to bring together the heads of government from Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey and Qatar to address and resolve issues concerning Muslims.

"We invited 50 countries but for the heads of government, at first only three were supposed to be involved then we invited Qatar and Indonesia, if they're interested.

"But if they can't come then we can't force them to.

"They have sent their delegations and representatives, they seem interested in the subjects that we are discussing.

"Hopefully, they (the leaders) will receive some of the information regarding our discussions, which have nothing to do with religion, but instead, the state of affairs of the Muslims," added Dr Mahathir.

https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nat...t-trip-due-to-saudi-arabia-pressure-says-dr-m

You sir, are a GENTLEMAN.....Props to Malaysians for electing such a boss.

God...Just observe the difference b/w Saudis leadership and Malaysian one. Didn't join Yemen war, got threatened....didn't join KL summit, well no worries....

Pakistan future lies with these sensible allies. Make that new alliance functional and drag Pakistan into it. Announce in that summit that Pakistan fully supports this initiative and will soon be part of it.

@rambro

Due to financial constraints and lack of support of Pakistani people, Imran Khan was not able to go on the path which he wanted to.

Nawaz refuses to give back wealth and Pakistanis support him like sheep. What could IK due against such foolishness?

Zardari and Musharraf chapter begins now. Quest to recover our stolen wealth continues.

I am sure IK explained everything to his allies Mahathir and Erdogan. I don't have any doubt that they understand Pakistan's delicate financial state.