Pakistan prioritizes security for local and foreign nationals, announces special security unit

 Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Sunday protecting Pakistani citizens and foreign nationals residing in the country was a major priority for his administration, as he announced the formation of a special unit for the purpose in the federal capital, to be developed in consultation with Chinese experts.
Top Pakistani officials have held high-profile meetings in recent weeks to underscore their intent to address the challenge of militant violence, which has jeopardized the government’s plan to invite foreign companies and put the national economy back on track.
A day earlier, the prime minister announced plans to prepare a comprehensive response to the issue, warning that a “soft state” could not strengthen its economy as it struggles to gain investor confidence.
He revisited the issue while chairing a meeting in Islamabad to review the progress of ongoing security and public order projects.
“The protection of Pakistani citizens and foreigners residing in Pakistan is among the top priorities of the state,” he was quoted as saying by a statement issued by his office. “Any negligence in maintaining public order and protecting citizens will not be tolerated.”
The prime minister was briefed about the current law and order situation in the federal capital along with the Islamabad Model Jail, Safe City Project, Federal Anti-Terrorism Department, and Special Protection Unit.
The statement informed that Sharif asked the authorities to “consult with Chinese experts” for the formation of the unit.
The meeting also briefed about the National Facilitation Centers in Islamabad and the K-9 units established for the detection and tracing of drugs and explosives.
The prime minister directed the construction of a forensic lab in keeping with the modern requirements and asked the authorities to recruit the personnel on merit for all security projects in Islamabad.
The meeting was also attended by Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi, Deputy Chairman Planning Jahangir Khan, Federal Secretaries, and senior officials from the relevant departments.

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