June 13 , 2016
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No compromise on country’s nuclear programme: Aizaz
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has categorically stated no compromise will be made on nuclear programme.
This was stated by Foreign Secretary Aizaz Ahmed Chaudhry while briefing the Senate Standing Committee on defence and foreign affairs in Islamabad Monday. He said Angoor Adda has not been handed over to Afghanistan; however, Pakistan Army constructed a gate for the Kabul government in Afghan area as a gift.
The foreign secretary said Pakistan wants peace in Afghanistan and a peaceful solution to the Afghan issue will have to be found. He said Pakistan hosted millions of Afghan refugees despite difficulties. He said terrorists from Afghanistan take shelter in the camps of the Afghan refugees.
The Foreign secretary said Pakistan will not allow its soil to be used against any other country. He said terrorism is the major issue for Pakistan and over five thousand Pakistani soldiers have so far sacrificed their lives in war on terror.Courtesy www.dailytimes.com.pk