Development of Balochistan top priority: Zardari

12 Sep, 2009

President Asif Ali Zardari has said that the government is committed to alleviate the sense of deprivation of the people of Balochistan and bring the province at par with other parts of the country. Talking to a delegation from Balochistan, the President said that a Parliamentary Committee on Balochistan set up by the government, has already finalised its report and recommendations and the government will take further action after consultation with other political leaders and stakeholders.
The delegation was led by former Prime Minister Mir Zafarullah Khan Jamali, who called on President Zardari at the Presidency on Friday. The delegation comprised Mir Jan Mohammad Jamali, Deputy Chairman Senate, Mir Changez Khan Jamali, MNA, Mir Khan Muhammad Khan Jamali, Mir Abdul Khaliq Khan Jamali, Mir Amanullah Khan Jamali and other members of Jamali tribe in Balochistan.
The President said that the government is seriously concerned and working on priority basis to improve political, economic, administrative and law and order situation in the province. The delegation appreciated the President for personal attachment and keen interest to resolve the problems and issues of the people of Balochistan. The President later hosted Iftar-dinner for the delegation.

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