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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Emergency Sparks Urgent Call for National Unity Against Terrorism
ISLAMABAD: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Emergency measures have become central to Pakistan’s latest political and security debate, with Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhry calling for national unity against terrorism. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, the minister defended the federal government’s approach, criticized the former PTI-led provincial administration and emphasized that lasting peace requires coordinated action between federal and provincial institutions.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Emergency and Security Challenges
Tariq Fazal Chaudhry said emergency measures were introduced to address deteriorating security conditions in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and strengthen the campaign against militant organizations.
According to the minister, Governor’s Rule and emergency arrangements were introduced through a presidential order in October and subsequently received parliamentary endorsement.
He maintained that the province faces significant security and administrative difficulties, with available resources insufficient to address its growing challenges.
The minister argued that extraordinary measures were necessary to restore stability and protect citizens.
Federal Government Calls for Political Unity
Chaudhry urged opposition parties to support a coordinated national strategy against terrorism, emphasizing that political differences should not undermine security priorities.
He said the federal government had attempted to establish common ground with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf during negotiations.
However, he maintained that meaningful provincial cooperation was essential for effective counterterrorism operations.
The minister stressed that national security should remain above political disagreements and partisan interests.
PTI Faces Criticism Over Counterterrorism Cooperation
The federal minister accused the former PTI-led provincial government of failing to cooperate adequately with federal authorities on security matters.
He alleged that PTI had avoided explicitly condemning terrorist organizations and had not fulfilled its constitutional responsibilities.
Chaudhry also criticized the KP chief minister’s opposition to counterterrorism operations, arguing that such disagreements weakened coordinated security efforts.
These allegations reflect the minister’s position and should not be treated as independently established findings.
Afghanistan Border Security and Militancy Concerns
Chaudhry identified alleged cross-border infiltration from Afghanistan as a major security concern.
He said Pakistan would strengthen measures to prevent militant movements across the border and dismantle networks threatening national stability.
The minister also accused India of supporting terrorism inside Pakistan and alleged that foreign elements were assisting the banned Baloch Liberation Army.
These claims were presented by the minister without supporting evidence being detailed during the reported remarks.
Advisory Council and District-Level Peace Initiatives
Discussing administrative arrangements, Chaudhry said an 11-member advisory council was operating under the leadership of the KP governor.
He also referred to councils established in 12 districts, involving tribal elders and community representatives.
According to the minister, these structures were intended to strengthen local participation in peacebuilding and improve coordination between communities and authorities.
He expressed concern about increasing militant incidents in the merged tribal districts.
National Security and Economic Stability
Chaudhry linked sustainable economic development with improved security conditions, arguing that investment and prosperity depend on peace.
He said the federal government had worked to strengthen economic stability and attract foreign investment.
The minister praised the Balochistan government’s cooperation with federal institutions on counterterrorism matters.
He also paid tribute to security personnel who had lost their lives while confronting militant threats.
Government Vows to Continue Fight Against Terrorism
Reaffirming the government’s position, Chaudhry said counterterrorism operations would continue until militant networks were eliminated.
He expressed confidence that Pakistan would overcome security challenges in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa through institutional coordination and sustained operations.
The minister concluded that Pakistan’s peace efforts had received international recognition, while reiterating his appeal for opposition parties to support a unified national security approach.See More on Pulse Pakistan
