Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has called for greater national unity to effectively meet challenges that confront Pakistan both from outside and from within.
"Internal dissension not only militate against economic progress and public welfare, but also create external vulnerabilities," he told a Commanders Conference here at the Pakistan Air Force Headquarters while delivering a talk on 'Vision for Pakistan.'
Shaukat Aziz said Pakistan's defence doctrine was based on minimum credible deterrence, which would be maintained at all costs. "We do not harbour aggressive designs against any country, nor do we wish to engage in an arms race. However, we firmly believe that a strong defence is indispensable to the territorial integrity, stability, and progress of Pakistan", said the prime minister.
He also briefed the conference participants about the situation on western border, especially in the light of recent peace accord with tribal chiefs of North Waziristan.
Reiterating Pakistan's commitment to continue the fight against terrorism and extremism "in all its forms and manifestations", said Shaukat Aziz, adding Pakistan is keen to promote peace and co-operation with its neighbours by resolving all outstanding issues.
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