UK providing 'safe abode' to Altaf Hussain, Baloch leaders: NSA Janjua

[ghazi52]

UK providing 'safe abode' to Altaf Hussain, Baloch leaders: NSA Janjua


National Security Adviser (NSA) Lt Gen (retd) Nasser Janjua on Tuesday, while meeting a delegation of the British Parliament visiting Pakistan, said that the United Kingdom is "unfortunately" choosing "individuals" over its relationship with the state

Janjua was speaking with reference to Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) leader Altaf Hussain as well as 13 Baloch leaders who have found a "safe abode" in the UK, read a statement issued by the NSA'a office.

The response from Janjua came when the seven-member delegation discussed various issues and challenges both countries faced, including Hussain's self-imposed exile, Pakistan's relationship with India and the Kashmir dispute.

"Pakistan highly values its relationship with the UK, which has a strategic character," the national security adviser said, adding that there was a need to explore "various areas of cooperation" and strengthen understanding between the two countries.

Janjua apprised the foreign diplomats "at length about the rise of extremism, the conflicts in the Muslim world and the rise of Daesh," adding that Pakistan is making efforts to bring peace and stability in the region.

The national security adviser further informed them of the steps Pakistan is taking such as policing social media in an effort to crackdown extremism and implement the National Action Plan.

Regarding India, Janjua explained to the delegation "how [fast] the fragile security architecture of the region" is getting burdened and how it has started to "suffer from serious imbalance".

He further urged the UK to adopt a "balanced regional approach" with its diplomatic relations so as to "restore" balance in the region.

The delegation in its response said that the UK acknowledges Pakistan's role in establishing peace, stability and security in the region, and expressed desire to diversify its relations with the country.

 

[ghazi52]

Interpol has refused to issue a red warrant against MQM founder Altaf Hussain, saying it does not intervene in political and religious matters of a state.

A senior official of the interior ministry told Dawn on condition of anonymity on Friday that Interpol had sought a clarification from the government over the request for issuance of the red warrant against Mr Hussain, besides asking for details of the sedition charges against him.

The official said the Interpol communication was being examined at the highest level and would be responded to over the next two weeks.

 

[SabzShaheen]

ISLAMABAD: National Security Adviser (NSA) Lt General Nasser Janjua while meeting a British delegation said that the United Kingdom was unfortunately, preferring individuals over state relationship.

A seven-member British Parliamentary delegation while visiting discussed regional and global issues with Janjua, which were significant for both Pakistan and United Kingdom (UK).

The visiting delegation exchanged views on matters pertaining to further enhancing bilateral cooperation, a press release said.

The NSA said Pakistan highly values its relationship with the UK which has a strategic character and stressed the need for further improving the understanding between the two countries to strengthen ties and exploring more areas of cooperation.

The members of delegation sought the opinion of NSA on many serious issues and challenges faced both by the UK and Pakistan.

The NSA briefed them at length about the rise of extreme thought, extremism, conflict in Muslim world, rise of Daish, resilience and sacrifices of Pakistani nation, seeking closure of overall conflictual situations in the region and world, control and restraints of social media to curb spread of extremism and implementation of National Action Plan.

The delegation specially broached the subject of Altaf Hussain, relationship with India, Kashmir dispute and India's threat to stop water for Pakistan.

The NSA elaborately explained how the UK was, unfortunately, preferring individuals over state relationship.

In addition to Altaf Hussain, he mentioned some Baloch leaders who find their safe abode in the UK.

Referring to India, he explained how the fragile security architecture of the region was fast becoming under stress and had started to suffer from serious imbalance.

The NSA also urged the UK to have a balanced regional approach as the imbalance in the region was becoming critical which needed to be retrieved and restored immediately.

The NSA also apprised the delegates of a greater and brighter future which Pakistan holds by providing largest geo-strategic connectivity to the world.

The leader of the delegation said the UK understood and acknowledged the role of Pakistan against terrorism.

The members of the delegation also appreciated the resilience of Pakistani nation against terrorism and wished to strengthen and diversify relations with Pakistan to face the challenges of future together.

https://www.geo.tv/latest/136801-NS...ding-safe-abode-to-MQM-founder-Baloch-leaders

 

[SabzShaheen]

Pakistan expresses reservations over UK policy towards Baloch leaders, Altaf

ISLAMABAD: National Security Adviser Lt. Gen (retd) Nasser Khan Janjua on Tuesday expressed reservations over the British government's policies towards Altaf Hussain and Baloch separatists , saying UK unfortunately, is preferring individuals over state relationship.

According to a statement, he was talking to a seven member British Parliamentary delegation which also broached the subject of Altaf Hussain, relationship with India, Kashmir dispute and India’s threat to stop water for Pakistan.

"In addition to Mr. Altaf Hussain, NSA mentioned of some Baloch Leaders who find their safe abode in UK," the statement noted.

The delegation discussed with him regional and global issues significant for both Pakistan and UK and exchanged views on matters pertaining to further enhancing bilateral cooperation.

Referring to India, the Adviser explained how the fragile security architecture of the region is fast becoming under stress and has started to suffer of serious imbalance.

He also urged UK to have a balanced regional approach as the imbalance in the region is becoming critical which needs to be retrieved and restored immediately. Janjua also apprised the delegates of a greater and brighter future which Pakistan holds by providing largest geo-strategic connectivity to the world.

The members of delegation sought the opinion of National Security Adviser on many serious issues and challenges faced both by UK and Pakistan. NSA briefed them at length about the rise of extreme thought, extremism, conflict in Muslim world, rise of Daish, resilience and sacrifices of Pakistani nation, seeking closure of overall conflictual situations in the region and world, control and restraints of social media to curb spread of extremism and implementation of NAP.

The members of delegation also appreciated the resilience of Pakistani nation against terrorism and urged a desire to strengthen and diversify relations with Pakistan to face the challenges of future together.

https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1...s-over-UK-policy-towards-Baloch-leaders-Altaf

 

[Taimoor Khan]

"UK unfortunately, is preferring individuals over state relationship."

Wonder how the likes of MI6 would react if Pakistan give safe heavens to IRA people. Indeed it is a very odd behaviour of UK establishment where Pakistan having no direct conflict with UK, yet known terrorists who are involved in terrorism within Pakistan, find safe havens on UK soil.

About time hard questions need to be asked.

 

[Post Colonnial]

"UK unfortunately, is preferring individuals over state relationship."

Wonder how the likes of MI6 would react if Pakistan give safe heavens to IRA people. Indeed it is a very odd behaviour of UK establishment where Pakistan having no direct conflict with UK, yet known terrorists who are involved in terrorism within Pakistan, find safe havens on UK soil.

About time hard questions need to be asked.

nothing to wonder - they wouldn't like it at all. But is UK Pakistan?

 

[Taimoor Khan]

nothing to wonder - they wouldn't like it at all. But is UK Pakistan?

What do you mean?

 

[Path-Finder]

What do you mean?

What he is saying is that UK can get away with it but Pakistan could not. Its now common knowledge that MQM is under the protection & Shelter of UK establishment who has granted india to use the swine for causing havoc in Karachi for a long time.

 

[NakedLunch]

Britain has a long and proud history of harbouring terrorists and also glorifying them. It's the British way.

 

[Samurai_assassin]

Pakistan has no control over its land and policies. There are criminals in high positions who are under complete control from governments of foreign lands. These swines have absolutely no commitment to Pakistan. These people have assigned thier allegiance to Hindustand Afghanistan Iran Saudi Arabia UK and US. When will Pakistanis show alliance to Pakistan?