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Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar reaffirmed on Tuesday the government’s prerogative to ban and terminate individuals or entities, clarifying their adherence to existing laws. PM Kakar asserted that the government operates within the legal framework, avoiding characterization as either villains or heroes in human rights matters.
In an extensive discussion with students in Quetta, PM Kakar addressed various topics, including education, youth empowerment, political stability, terrorism, and immigration. He condemned the formation of militias based on language, religion, and race, citing their lack of constitutional justification.
Emphasizing the Constitution’s provisions for voicing concerns through elections, PM Kakar highlighted the upcoming February 8 elections, urging citizens to participate through legitimate political channels. He expressed concern about violence, stating that the state would determine its justifiability, particularly scrutinizing banned organizations like BLA and BLF for activities involving torture and killings.
PM Kakar raised questions about selective human rights advocacy, citing recent incidents like the murder of a Baloch individual and the burning of 15 people on the coastal highway. He asserted the government’s right to control information expression under the law, acknowledging media freedom within legal constraints.
Addressing out-of-school children, PM Kakar stressed the transformative power of education and suggested that the Pakistani diaspora could contribute by committing to educate at least five children with minimal donations.
Responding to a query, PM Kakar advocated for introducing career counseling at universities tailored to local industry needs. He expressed hope that the upcoming government would focus on improving skill development capacity.
Highlighting the economic potential of the region, PM Kakar emphasized political stability after upcoming parliamentary terms and the importance of an efficient tax collection system.
Regarding the repatriation of illegal aliens, PM Kakar clarified that registered Afghan nationals were not being sent back, emphasizing Pakistan’s historical generosity towards Afghan refugees. He outlined the policy of repatriation for non-documented Afghans and emphasized that it was not a perpetual ban, allowing return after obtaining valid travel documents.
PM Kakar reassured that valid migrants contributing positively to society would not be affected while addressing concerns about terrorism, stating that Afghanistan’s sovereignty should be respected with enforced rules and regulations for the movement of Afghan people.