Pakistani diaspora in Britain a strong bridge for projecting Pakistan’s stance: Wajid addresses community representatives

 

The Pakistani community based in UK   is committed to work for image building of Pakistan and would carry forward the stance of Pakistan and its role in the war against terrorism for the peace and security of the region. The representatives of the community of Pakistani origin endorsed the views expressed by Pakistan ʼs High Commissioner to UK Mr. Wajid Shamsul Hasan, while addressing the community members, at the Pakistan High Commission here, today.

 

The High Commissioner discussed with them the role of Pakistani community in current regional and international context particularly in furthering Pakistan’s point of view on various issues.

 

He said that peaceful solution of Kashmir problem was imperative to uproot terrorism from the region. The High Commissioner asserted that government of Pakistan is determined to tackle terrorism and it is fighting the war against terrorism, while bearing heavy costs, for the sake of peace not only in the region but its impact at the global level. He said that after Mumbai blasts Pakistan offered for investigations through joint commission and the dossier submitted by India is being examined carefully.

 

Mr. Hasan said that Islam is religion of peace and it is against terrorism. He emphasized the need to rectify false perceptions. He called upon the community to serve as bridge for overcoming communication gaps with the society, they live in, at different levels, particularly for creating interfaith harmony and ensuring mainstreaming of Pakistani diaspora in various walks of life.

 

The High Commissioner also underscored the significance of contribution made by community in the economic development of Pakistan through investments and trade and said that UK being one of the leading trade partner of Pakistan needs attention for further enhancement of trade relations

 

A large number of community representatives particularly councillors attended the meeting and ensured support and commitment in this regard.

 

 

January 27, 2009