Nisar hits out at UAE minister for 'threatening' Pakistan
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ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan on Sunday hit out at the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for condemning a unanimous resolution by Pakistani lawmakers to stay out of the conflict in Yemen, in a rare display of discord between the two allies.
Pakistan's Parliament on Friday passed a resolution backing the government's commitment to protect Saudi Arabia's territory from Houthi rebels, but declined Riyadh's request for Pakistani troops, ships and warplanes inside Yemen.
Anwar Gargash, the UAE's minister of state for foreign affairs, lashed out at Pakistan's vote Saturday, terming it “contradictory and dangerous and unexpected”, and accusing Islamabad of siding with Iran, which is accused of backing Houthi rebels.
Gargash added that Pakistan's stand would come at a "high cost."
But Nisar hit back on Sunday night in an unusually strongly-worded statement, accusing the UAE of “levelling threats.”
“This is not only ironic but a thought-provoking moment that a minister of UAE is hurling threats at Pakistan. The statement of the UAE minister is in stark violation of all diplomatic norms prevalent according to the principals of international relations,” Nisar said.
“Pakistan is an honoured nation and has brotherly emotions for the people of UAE along with Saudi Arabia, but this statement of an Emirati minister is equal to an offence against the ego of Pakistan and its people and is unacceptable."
He said Pakistan was the first country to recognise UAE's independence in 1971 and the two Sunni Muslim-majority countries have close economic ties.
The UAE is a major investor in Pakistan, while around 1.4 million Pakistani expatriates work in the Gulf state sending home remittances that are vital for the South Asian country's economy.
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Apr 12, 2015 11:39pm
Well done Mr. Khan, Pakistan does not to be bullied by anyone. It is a country with integrity and pride.
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Apr 12, 2015 11:41pm
At last someone from PMLN has the courage to speak out.
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Apr 12, 2015 11:43pm
Good statement given by Nisar to close the eyes of UAE
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Apr 12, 2015 11:43pm
Good statement given by Nisar to close the eyes of UAE
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Apr 12, 2015 11:44pm
Good statement given by Nisar to close the eyes of UAE
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Apr 12, 2015 11:44pm
Good statement given by Nisar to close the eyes of UAE
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Apr 12, 2015 11:45pm
Thank god Pakistan has stood up for it's self..the arabs call us their brother's yet they have hardly ever done much for us.
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Apr 12, 2015 11:45pm
Bravo
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Apr 12, 2015 11:45pm
First time I am agreeing with Choudri Nisar, we all should stand up and give strong response to the arab countries that they should stop us seeing us their territorial district just because they have little more money than Pakistan. We are a sovereign nation and will remain so.
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Apr 12, 2015 11:46pm
if we could had been united within our own ourselves no one would had dare to threat us, but unfortunately it is our mistake biting each other and misconception of outside world. never mind UAE you are next in level of American pipeline..
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Apr 12, 2015 11:48pm
god bless u...
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Apr 12, 2015 11:49pm
Finally some one has spoken from the Government. Thank God
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Apr 12, 2015 11:50pm
Good, a strong response was needed. All Arab countries including UAE are so fragile in reality. How dare they show eyes to Pakistan.
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Apr 12, 2015 11:50pm
This should be the spirit. Pakistan is sovereign nation with one of the strongest military and we have every right to decide on any issue no one can impose his particular wishes on us.
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Apr 12, 2015 11:51pm
Finally some show of guts.
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Apr 12, 2015 11:51pm
thats the tone which we need to remake our lost image ......
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Apr 12, 2015 11:53pm
Wohoo
Way to go ch nisar
Democracy 1
Dictatorship 0
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Apr 12, 2015 11:54pm
Good, strong statement. These monarchies and Sheikhdoms should be taught that there is a thing called democracy outside of their little bubbles.
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Apr 12, 2015 11:54pm
Why is the interior minister releasing such statements, when this is a matter for the foreign office?
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Apr 12, 2015 11:54pm
Has the UAE ever come to assistance when Pakistan needed assistance ?
Can't remember them helping out when India and Pakistan were at war.
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Apr 12, 2015 11:54pm
Could have said it more decently than hitting out.
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Apr 12, 2015 11:56pm
Let the games begin...Pakistan has found its own identity and respect. We are a democracy and voice of the people is what our parliament needs to hold. Please respect and we can remain brotherly friends. If no respect... Then you know are military is battle hardened.
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Apr 12, 2015 11:56pm
Well done
I don't and never will support the pmln but if we want to live asa proud people.
We need to start acting like it and not be afraid to speak out in the long term interest of our country,even if it risks short term pain. Either way we come out stronger at the end
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Apr 12, 2015 11:58pm
If this "hit out" is genuine then bravo Mr Chaudhry.
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Apr 12, 2015 11:59pm
For once I like ch nisar
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Apr 12, 2015 11:59pm
Well done
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Apr 13, 2015 12:05am
Its truly representing a common Pakistanis sentiments as Ch Nisar reacted.But It could have been better if a state minister portfolio holder should have responded .As our FO prefers to be silent with an argument of having not confirmed through diplomatic /official channels, its for sure this statement came having a GO AHEAD from his high ups .
We need to reconsider our approach, , have courage to say no and then lead our nation with firm confidence.
These tiny states being proud of sitting on lumps of HEAVENLY wealth from Oil, and chunks of money from trade of ALL means would never know the value of public opinion and understand democracy.We don't claim to be an ideal democracy but we are a progressive one though and far far better than these monarchies.
If there are threats of dire consequences, be it there.3 million Pakistani working in ME are not paid for free.They earn by hardwork and get paid for their skills, they are not getting a free WAZIFA. they must mind it.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:05am
Awesome good job nisar we standup as a nation, and these moments define us as a proud nation
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Apr 13, 2015 12:07am
"""Pakistan's Parliament on Friday passed a resolution backing the government's commitment to protect Saudi Arabia's territory from Houthi rebels, but declined Riyadh's request for Pakistani troops, ships and warplanes inside Yemen."""
What else do they want from Pakistan? They are not sending their own troops inside Yemenas their plan is failing and instead diverting their people,s attention by using Pakistan resolution as the major problem.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:07am
Chha gaye Ch. Sb
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Apr 13, 2015 12:08am
THANK YOU Mr Nisar! I must say our politicians are for the first time acting like representative of their people, the Pakistani people. Thank you for standing up for Pakistan.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:09am
Wow, feels good when you see some spine at our end... Bravo nisar
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Apr 13, 2015 12:10am
The dice rolls. See what shows up. Await the outcome now.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:10am
do you really mean it it Minister ?
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Apr 13, 2015 12:12am
Which part of "We will protect your territorial integrity" do the Arabs not understand? We are giving them full assurance that if they are attacked we will stand by them. But they want our help to attack Yemen.This can never happen. If they do not have the capacity to attack Yemen, why attack?
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Apr 13, 2015 12:13am
Did well but need to help Saudi Arabia at every cost.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:16am
Thats like a man...........
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Apr 13, 2015 12:17am
im glad some one is standing up for the ego of Pakistan since its a nuclear power and has its own dignity.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:18am
Now this is the kind of talk that is needed from our leaders! Dont mess with Pakistan, people. We are the only nuclear Islamic nation and a regional power. Way to go Minister Khan!
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Apr 13, 2015 12:18am
So it is true that the way an ordinary Pakistani, in UAE, is looked upon by these rulers is just a microcosm of how these same rulers want to treat the country of Pakistan. Keep you money mister Gargash, we are voting, with dignity, to keep our country.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:21am
UAE reaction was predictable and seem to be on behalf of "others". Pakistan is dependent on Middle East job for it's nationals. So, thoughtful policy is only way out.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:22am
A befitting response indeed!
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Apr 13, 2015 12:23am
good
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Apr 13, 2015 12:24am
thats the spirit
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Apr 13, 2015 12:31am
Mr. Nisar , your response to the gulf minister is highly appropriate.However,please don't forget the close ties we share with these nations and their help and support on all issues both internal and external.
Just to remind the nation , that iran has always supported India in all international efforts and has let down our country in so many occasions.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:31am
Bravo
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Apr 13, 2015 12:32am
Thumbs Up !!
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Apr 13, 2015 12:34am
Ch Nisar, despite all my differences and opposing views with the current governmen, I must say that you've made me proud. I'm glad, honestly not expecting, that someone high up in the government would respond to the UAE's minister's tweet.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:35am
Good to see , Counter attack !
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Apr 13, 2015 12:36am
Good going Nisar!
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Apr 13, 2015 12:36am
Well done minister. The muslim brothers fight against each other and US is just laughing. Why cant Sunnis and Shiiates live in peace. Iran being closer to pak is as important as UAE or RSA.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:37am
Finally! At least somebody in the Noon cabinet shows some guts...
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Apr 13, 2015 12:39am
Standing on your own feet would be difficult and painful, but had to be done someday. Hope that day has dawned.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:39am
Good Job.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:40am
The UAE minister's threatening remarks about Pakistan is not surprising, it reflects their true mentality about our so called brotherly relationship.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:40am
Nice comments Nisar sb - Keep it up...but isnt it look like we are well on our way towards isolation - as predicted by many long time back?
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Apr 13, 2015 12:41am
Thank you Federal Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan. This is an appropriate response to an inappropriate statement. Our friends should not over-expect from us.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:46am
Pakistan will not be a side taker anymore !
We rather would like to be a mediator among the tow Muslim nations.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:46am
Good job Chaudhry!
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Apr 13, 2015 12:47am
Mr. Nisar, I commend and applaud you for standing up to UAE minister and others who wants Pakistan to be their mule. your statement was courageous, it upholds the values of Pakistani nation and people at large. thank you Mr. Nisar
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Apr 13, 2015 12:48am
Good for Nisar, good for Pakistan!
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Apr 13, 2015 12:50am
Great about time pakistan stood on its two feet.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:52am
What a surprise and a strong rebuttal from Nisar. It will hurt Pakistan in short term as there are too many economic benefits dealing with UAE and SA. Pak should be prepared for the fall out.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:52am
UAE is not good in anything except in hiring westerners to build skyrise and tallest buildings for them to look and feel them cool in front of others.... They should now do the same even in this case, paying western army to fight for them!!! Shouldn't they?
(PM) Job Well Done Nisar.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:55am
God bless you! Chaudhary Nisar!
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Apr 13, 2015 01:00am
Bravo! The uae should stick to what they do best........
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Apr 13, 2015 01:00am
They never respect any nation but the west. Pakistan has performed a major role where U.A.E stands today. Selfish Arabs!
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Apr 13, 2015 01:01am
Thankyou Nisar sahab, today I am a proud Pakistani.
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Apr 13, 2015 01:03am
Stop going to them with your begging bowl and they will stop thinking they own us.
Have some PRIDE!!
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Apr 13, 2015 01:06am
Justified!
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Apr 13, 2015 01:09am
UAE minister is probably thinking, this is what we get for helping the politicians of Pakistan hide their cash in UAE... not surprised he is upset!
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Apr 13, 2015 01:10am
Times are getting really tough for Pakistan. U will have to repay the loans some day. Everything is not charity.
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Apr 13, 2015 01:12am
Very well said Mr. Nisar. At least someone has the spine you talk back in the same tone.
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Apr 13, 2015 01:13am
I think that the statement by the Pakistani Federal Interior Minister does not go far enough. How dare a little country like the UAE insult Pakistan and it's people? Someone needs to let these Gulf States know that not everything is up for sale, and a people's pride and honour can't be purchased at any price!
In government of Pakistan needs to review it's relationship with these gulf states- is it a relationship of equals with shared interests, or is it a relationship when one party is superior to the other?
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Apr 13, 2015 01:13am
I have all the respect for Mr Nisar on his response. It is indeed a matter of deep concern for the language and intentions expressed by our UAE friends.
Long live Pakistan
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Apr 13, 2015 01:14am
yea.. such statement are xpctd only from this man a competent politican
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Apr 13, 2015 01:15am
I am pleasantly surprised at pml-N's handling of this issue. They would succumb to the pressure at some point. But for once we have denied our masters. Glad!
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Apr 13, 2015 01:19am
"an offense against the ego of Pakistan.." Really? I do not know, if we can claim to any ego, while our begging bowl is always stretched out. NS very much wanted to smash the begging bowl. He wanted us to stand on our feet. It did not happen.
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Apr 13, 2015 01:22am
Perhaps Mr Minister has given this statement in a haste and lacking his own government's intention or will though he is supposed to have an authority to extend his thoughts on behalf of UAE's government while representing his nation on iternational forum. We now expect him to say something on a lighter side if not apology.
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Apr 13, 2015 01:24am
The statement of the UAE minister was indeed completely out of diplomatic norms and - at worst - smacked of arrogance. It ignored the fact that one constituent of UAE, Dubai, is called the lungs of Iran and Dubai is indeed the largest trading partner of Iran. Before accusing Pakistan of siding with Iran - which Pakistan should not certainly do as it would go against its stated position of neutrality - can UAE put its own house in order first. And one wonders why UAE chose to be more loyal than the king when Saudi Arabia itself has chosen to show a more restrained and understanding attitude - atleast, so far. One further wonders if UAE can dare to throw such taunts at its next door neighbour which has restrained from adventurism in the affairs of its neighbours.
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Apr 13, 2015 01:28am
why did it take so long? also why dont you guys call ambassador of those countries and brief them all about resolution.
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Apr 13, 2015 01:34am
Only created more differences ... didn't solved anything
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Apr 13, 2015 01:36am
Excellent. It is about time Pakistan show their teeth to those who threaten Pakistan.
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Apr 13, 2015 01:41am
I believe it represents the emotions of common Pakistanis. But is not it an Eye Opener for us all? Why is the only Muslim Nuclear Nation humilated by a country like UAE? Lets do our part for this nation.
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Apr 13, 2015 01:42am
BRAVO, Nisar, BRAVO
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Apr 13, 2015 01:46am
There are more Pakistanis in UAE than UAE national, Just think about it Mr. Garesh.
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Apr 13, 2015 01:53am
Nisar actually has my respect. For once, I can proudly say that Pakistan's politicians have done the best it could out of a bad situation.
Pakistan may be hit economically for the short term, but in the long term, Pakistan will be more self-reliant, thus better off.
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Apr 13, 2015 01:55am
I have nothing but respect for Mr. Nisar!!!
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Apr 13, 2015 01:56am
Respect. Finally someone stood up.
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Apr 13, 2015 01:57am
Also tell him that from our Army deputed in Saudi Arabia only three hundred would be enough to change UAE in to Pakistani province;
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Apr 13, 2015 01:59am
Now that wasn't so hard, but the UAE minister must have felt it, and I assure you they daren't say anything again , time to be strong and wise.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:01am
UAE must be out of his mind. They better know the strength of Pakistan.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:04am
Choudhry Nisar , I am proud of you and praise you for your courage and pride for not being bullied by a U.A.E minister..
Thank you.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:05am
Pakistan must stay away from religion based politics, especially in foreign relations. Gulf and Middle East countries are important because of oil reserves but Pakistan has its own strategic importance and the foreign policy should be accordingly. Chins is pursuing proper international policies creating new challenges for United States and establish its own influence across the world. Such policies will benefit Asian countries over a period of time but such advantages could be delayed because of Indian lopsided policies.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:09am
Good on Nisar. Showing some spine.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:14am
UAE's command is: Either you are with us or against us.
Now where did I hear it before? Oh yes, before we joined another disasterous war in our neighborhood.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:18am
@Arshad Come on yaar We are Arab too? aren't we? LOL
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Apr 13, 2015 02:20am
Very immature.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:20am
Pakistan is sovereign country we have right to take any decision what we want to be. No one can pressurize us by giving such statements.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:21am
@M. Mushtaq Ahmed No the UAE and the Arabs are dependent on Pakistan, Pakistanis are the second largest investors in UAE.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:27am
A sure change of mindset for the better!
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Apr 13, 2015 02:32am
Ok, being a stark critic of this govt, i have to say that i really appreciate this response.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:32am
Nice, tell them Pakistan comes first, you (the Arabs ) like it or not.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:40am
Nisar sahab needs to show the same backbone to the Lal Masjid and other notorious religious outfits within Pakistan. Good response to the UAE foreign minster from our interior minister. (Nawaz Sharif is the foreign minister but kept silent for two days).
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Apr 13, 2015 02:41am
I usually dont endorse Nisar's statements but completely with him on this one.
Thank you, Chaudhry Nisar
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Apr 13, 2015 02:46am
We should not play our cricket home games in UAE....they cannot make money from our games. We should play our games in China, it will also help promote the game to our Chinese brothers. Once Chinese start playing cricket, IPL will be history.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:46am
We should ask for apology from the Anwar Gargash.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:57am
It really doesn't matter what a politician says. It matters what the hidden hands of actual rulers dictate. Nisar is a through bread politician and gentleman but not with real authority.
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Apr 13, 2015 03:03am
Sorry you'll already their. why do you'll think we are fools. Your sitting senator said it a few days back.
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Apr 13, 2015 03:06am
Who on earth are friends with Pakistan now? Can we name three????
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Apr 13, 2015 03:12am
In any democratic country parliament is supreme and decision is voice of the people. Tail wagging can't be expected even if funds are pumped in.
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Apr 13, 2015 03:14am
Apparently UAE minister has no understanding of how democracy works. This minister needs to apologize to Pakistani people and its government.
Non Arab nations need to stay out of this conflict between brothers.
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Apr 13, 2015 03:15am
Pakistan must stay away until the real players surface. As of right now we don't know who's who and where. Everything is a jumble right now. There are said to be three different factions fighting. It's a very ugly mess on the ground. No military support whatsoever. Just station some troops on the Saudi borders just in case there's a border violation. That's it.
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Apr 13, 2015 03:28am
for those people who are making the excuse that Pakistan need UAE and Saudia because of jobs for Pakistani people, i would like to set the facts clear that our skilled labour is Pakistani asset. The middle east needs this skilled labour not Pakistan wants labour fixtures. They must be thankful to Pakistanis who are developing their country.
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Apr 13, 2015 03:30am
An irresponsible comment by Chaudhary Nisar. This type of immature talking at a wrong time will only make things worse.
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Apr 13, 2015 03:33am
Its good to hear Pakistan taking a reasonable stance on this. Its just that it is very unlike Pakistan to do reasonable things. The Yemenese are Muslims too. This is internal tribal warfare between the arabs. Sorry no mercenaries from Pakistan. Sort it out by yourselves.
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Apr 13, 2015 03:36am
Saudi arabia gave 1.5b $ dollars to Pakistan last year, 60% of Pakistan neculear and missile technology was funded by saud house from decades, thousands barrels of oil are given free of cost by saudis on yearly basis to Pakistan, now this is the price they want, yes! there r no free lunches.
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Apr 13, 2015 03:37am
UAE has no regards for other nations especially people from South Asia. Very self centered people
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Apr 13, 2015 03:51am
UAE issued that threat days ago, did our interior minister just wake up today
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Apr 13, 2015 03:54am
@MG China, Sri Lanka and now Russia
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Apr 13, 2015 03:57am
A fitting response to an irresponsible comment by Emirati minister... put him in his place for sure...
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Apr 13, 2015 04:01am
Sheikh, stop threatening our younger brother Pakistan. We are not worried though, as our smaller brother alone can handle all Arab countries in a field of war. And if both brothers come together, we can take on all of Asia on our own.
If you are threatening about economic repercussions, then we will help our younger bro to become economically independent. No more seeking alms.
And our Royal arab friends, dont worry! ...a lot of nations depend on you for oil supplies. They wont allow your territorial integrity to be threatened. Kings and kingdoms are needed for uninterrupted oil supplies. You are going to be safe in foreseeable future.
Buddy Iran. :) Great going. Congratulations for the nuclear deal. Soon, you will be counted among fastest developing societies. Iran has always been a great society. Reclaim your glory.
Uncle America and aunt Russia - You stay away from this. Its an asian conflict and we asians can handle it.
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Apr 13, 2015 04:03am
Well done Sir, hats off...
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Apr 13, 2015 04:10am
@MG
"Who on earth are friends with Pakistan now? Can we name three????"
190 million Pakistanis!
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Apr 13, 2015 04:11am
@Muhammed ali not real brothers but step brothers....
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Apr 13, 2015 04:22am
Rare good statement from Nisar to uphold our self respect
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Apr 13, 2015 04:27am
Excellent! Now please take the corruption out of the country along with the extremism.
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Apr 13, 2015 04:30am
Good job.....salute to the govt Parliament Pakistan army and to the nation for backing up in this difficult situation..
See how UAE treats the Pakistanis and they call themselves our ally.....shame on them for treating Pakistanis like animals....
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Apr 13, 2015 04:40am
Nisar's comment that Pakistan was the first country to recognize the UAE's independence back in 1971 --while it may be true -- is irrelevant in the present diplomatic standoff. What happened in 1971 has no bearing to Pakistan's neutrality (rightly or wrongly) in the Yemeni conflict. Pakistan has benefited economically from the UAE, but such benefits come at a price. Rajan
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Apr 13, 2015 04:52am
Good job Mr. Nisar. Although, I think the response must be little bit more powerful.
Well done.
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Apr 13, 2015 04:53am
Finally Nisar did something to justify his position as a minister. Good job
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Apr 13, 2015 04:57am
Great response by the interior minister. I think we've already paid a big price entering a conflict that was not ours. I think Pakistan position is not only fair, but generous.
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Apr 13, 2015 05:02am
Finally no more hiding I feel proud today.
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Apr 13, 2015 05:14am
The statement still not good enough , Pakistan should command without hesitation.
The Pakistani labor made it happen what we call it UAE ,hard working people still underpaid under inhuman conditions,
Gulf states should not underestimate the power of pakistan , no threats will ever be tolerated.
Pakistan has done so much for others and no one ever done anything for Pakistan including West, muslim countries.I was laughing for the entire day thinking of UAE threat.I think our worker class has been treated brotherly and humanly by the western countries ,US and Canada, where a human value is greatly appreciated.
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Apr 13, 2015 05:15am
@Ikram : lol. You are a comedian
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Apr 13, 2015 05:23am
@Afzal These Arabs some how think they are superior to Pakistanis, they bow their head the moment they see a westerner, what a shame.
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Apr 13, 2015 05:39am
@Yousuf Ali Chances are, UAE and Saudis will start meddling with internal affairs of the country in reaction to the parliamentarian decision.
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Apr 13, 2015 05:39am
Nisar -I can't be more happier. Show the Arabs where they belong.
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Apr 13, 2015 05:47am
Expecting the Arabs to ever support us against india is a big mistake. The trade volume between india and the Arabs is so huge that Pakistan looks like a small kid in the corner with 1 or 2 billion dollar investments. We must find other ways to counter india's huge trade volume. We must have a great economy first.
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Apr 13, 2015 05:47am
Good job sir g we r proud of u
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Apr 13, 2015 05:53am
Kick all Pakistanis out of UAE and this will teach them a lesson.
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Apr 13, 2015 05:55am
1.4 million Pakistani expatriates might as well start making plans to move to Iran and find jobs - knowing how the Afghans have been treated in Iran; good luck to all the Pakistanis seeking opportunities in Iran.
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Apr 13, 2015 06:21am
Way to go! Mr. Nisar...Nation is proud of you!! Pakistan Zindabad.
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Apr 13, 2015 06:25am
finally some guts. Bravo Pakistan
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Apr 13, 2015 06:29am
@nadeem But why?
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Apr 13, 2015 06:32am
Good job Nisar
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Apr 13, 2015 06:48am
Thank you Chaudhry Nisar
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Apr 13, 2015 06:57am
Good job Nisar. Please ensure such a statement is forwarded to UAE through proper diplomatic channels. They need to know we are not their slaves
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Apr 13, 2015 07:04am
Such issues are in the domain of Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Interior Minister is speaking out. What type of Government management we have? Why is the PMLN Govr working as a rudderless entity?
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Apr 13, 2015 07:07am
Has the govt thought things through? Next time it requires money to bail out Pakistan, who will it turn to?
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Apr 13, 2015 07:07am
Pakistan will be forced to build military ties with Iran........Pakistan knows how to play geopolitics.....don't alienate Pakistan.......you will regret it.....
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Apr 13, 2015 07:11am
If you alienate Pakistan, Pakistan will no longer be neutral in the Middle East........things are not that simple......
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Apr 13, 2015 07:17am
CH. Nisar... Good response and hoping Sharif Brothers support you as well.
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Apr 13, 2015 07:19am
@Al mukhtar What has UAE done for Pakistan. Pakistanis working their are the ones contributing to UAE development not the other way around...
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Apr 13, 2015 07:23am
They are not your brothers, you are their slave.
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Apr 13, 2015 07:25am
@Ero Take all the stolen money and assets of corrupt Pakistanis in lieu of any loans. Good for both sides.
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Apr 13, 2015 07:25am
Threat is something that can not happen ... Its practically possible and could happen ....
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Apr 13, 2015 07:31am
I hope Pakistani's are ready to handle being treated much worse now than they already are in all Arab countries. Arabs do not look favorably towards friends who do not come to their hour of need when help is requested. One can't just take financial etc. help from them and then not help them when needed.
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Apr 13, 2015 07:34am
@Rizwan
For once Put Paaistan before your petty intrests like "job in dubai"
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Apr 13, 2015 07:34am
@Awais Ali Yes you are absolutely right but you cannot be independent unless you are economically strong and you cannot be economically strong unless your economic policies are strong and based on self reliance which are not. Any country will loose it's dignity if the begging bowl becomes its identity so don't be surprised if UAE's minister issues a threatening statement, it's just because your weakness becomes others power and to overcome it is your own responsibility. So it's time to ponder that despite of being atomic power why someone can dare to say something like that to Pakistan.
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Apr 13, 2015 07:38am
@Akhtar
LOL $ 1.5 billion given just recently.
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Apr 13, 2015 07:40am
1$ -1000 Pakistani rupee
cost of irritating UAE
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Apr 13, 2015 07:41am
@M. Mushtaq Ahmed .....Pakistan is not dependent ... middle east is dependent on Pakistan for skilled labour.
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Apr 13, 2015 07:43am
@Arshad That is absolutely true.
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Apr 13, 2015 07:47am
@Al mukhtar They are servants and we can get them from anywhere. The Government of Pakistan has betrayed the trust and it should not be forgotten.
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Apr 13, 2015 07:52am
@ar very true.
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Apr 13, 2015 07:57am
Ch. Nisar saheb: well done. Show us that Pakistan is an independent sovereign country and PML(N) has not sold Pakistan's soul to Arabs.
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Apr 13, 2015 08:04am
I wonder what this minister will have to say when the UAE
replaces the 1.4 million Pakistanis with 1.4 million Indians
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Apr 13, 2015 08:04am
Good statement by Nisar at least he woke to the aspirations of the people of Pakistan who were badly hurt by person who would himself run away from his country in his helicopter, if attacked, leaving his people behind.
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Apr 13, 2015 08:04am
If Pakistan can't send its Army, it can always use the various militant & terrorist groups that are based there. In case, they too want to be neutral in the said conflict, the Pakistan government can also at least threaten them just like the UAE government is doing.
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Apr 13, 2015 08:09am
Ch. Nisar lack intelligence. He should let the foreign office deal this situation internally. There is no need to bring things up in public when two countries also shares same goals. UAE is another Muslim country and we have to sort things out intelligently.
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Apr 13, 2015 08:09am
Arab countries can pull the plug on Pakistan's development if antagonized.
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Apr 13, 2015 08:10am
@Joe ........herd camels.....lols
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Apr 13, 2015 08:18am
Ch. Nisar is bold and patriotic leader of Pakistan. His words help morale high.
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Apr 13, 2015 08:22am
A welcome statement exactly reciprocates the tone of UAE minister's. Such statement should be made after keeping some leverage. I don't know if we have that or not but Emiratis definitely have it against Pakistan in the form of millions of Pakistanis working there. Unlike democracies where changing laws takes a whole parliamentary process, gulf countries change the laws with the change of moods of their sheikhs. I fear they will make the place tight for Pakistanis working there most probably by putting taxes on their income or remittances, making security checks more stringent for Pakistanis at airports, restricting Pakistanis for doing certain lucrative jobs etc.
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Apr 13, 2015 08:22am
@Taimoor ahmad close or open?
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Apr 13, 2015 08:27am
Good job Pakistan. Self esteem is more important than any thing else in the world.
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Apr 13, 2015 08:30am
@Rizwan
Nisar has made me happy for the first time, being a PTI supporter. BRAVO NISAR!
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Apr 13, 2015 08:32am
Remember that UAE policy on Iran is same as Israel; they want the US and Israel to attack Iran and have given logistical support for such an endeavour. In fact, its Israel and the Gulf states that are most eager to attack Iran. Shame!
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Apr 13, 2015 08:32am
Very good! We do NOT need these Arabs to tell what to do.
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Apr 13, 2015 08:40am
Money money money
its so funny
in the Arab world
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Apr 13, 2015 08:41am
Well Done.
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Apr 13, 2015 08:43am
Painful for UAE, how about UAE send its own Army. Oh wait, does UAE even have any army?
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Apr 13, 2015 08:45am
Yeah, take that, Mr. Gargoyle!
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Apr 13, 2015 08:46am
At least some one said something. Where is the foreign ministry and the minister? Oh wait! That is nawaz shariff himself.
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Apr 13, 2015 08:46am
@Ikram Don't forget Turkey.
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Apr 13, 2015 08:57am
If they give hard time to Pakistanis in UAE Pak Government should cancel all contracts and block their business in Pakistan they are making Billions of $ from Pakistan specially Telecom
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Apr 13, 2015 08:59am
@MG indians will be there to help you. After all we are same.
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Apr 13, 2015 09:06am
Pakistan is trying to save them from trouble but the arrogant Arabs want to crush Houthi. How come Pakistan become a party in an internal war. If Arabs can't overcome Houthi themselves they better stay out of conflicts.
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Apr 13, 2015 09:13am
UAE was only a front to convey Saudia's digust at Pak.
Pak parliament did a right thing from a national standpoint, but it is 100% likely to leave a bad taste in Saudia.
Relationship from now on will not be as they were- no matter how much one sugar coats it.
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Apr 13, 2015 09:13am
The statement of the UAE minister is in stark violation of all diplomatic norms prevalent according to the principals of international relations.
That statement coming from Pakistan.LOL.We know how many times it flouted diplomatic norms.
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Apr 13, 2015 09:19am
Pakistan needs to speak in same tone and make them realize them realize that when you ask for help your tone must be humble.
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Apr 13, 2015 09:20am
@Muhammed ali why should anybody do anything for u......stop living in fools paradise....nobody will help u...everybody has their self interest.
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Apr 13, 2015 09:21am
Actually UAE minister has not given threat to the Govt of Pakistan but to people like Zardari, Ishaq Dar etc who have commercial and other interests in UAE. And who have ben enjoying the hospitality of UAE. Now UAE wants them to pay back.
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Apr 13, 2015 09:22am
Nisar is right. Its time to hit back at Arabs. They are bunch of camels. They do not have any unity among themselves. How could they expect Pakistan to get involved in something which is a matter of Middle East. Moreover why Pakistanis have to defend corrupt Saudi regime. Every week they beheading a Pakistani. Why? Do they who they are beheading? These are poor of the poorest. I hope Pakistan government should not change their mind under pressure. Pakistan must focus on fixing its own house.
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Apr 13, 2015 09:33am
The article should have mentioned at 1.4 million Pakistanis are major part of UAE economy as well. Take them out and you will have a major recession in UAE.
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Apr 13, 2015 09:40am
Don't ever let them kill our birds in Pakistan and manpower in the Gulf countries .
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Apr 13, 2015 09:42am
@Al mukhtar
UAE can't do that. It may not help Pak in future but it is dependent on manpower from Pakistan.
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Apr 13, 2015 09:43am
Create job opportunities and call all our brothers working in UAE. Lets see how they run the country.
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Apr 13, 2015 09:59am
@Muhammed ali It is not Arab... but their rulers who are loathsome. Arabs ARE OUR BROTHERS. As we cannot call all decisions of Musharraf, Zardari and MNS as our decisions nor could we do that for Arabs. Pls separate people from their govt's foreign policies.
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Apr 13, 2015 10:00am
There is nothing like home. Pakistan must develop good relations with India, Iran & Afghanistan who are it's immediate neighbors. This will help it to get all forms of security viz military & economic.
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Apr 13, 2015 10:02am
This statement - though looks to be a good one - is just for public consumption.
Privately our rulers pamper Arabs and promise all sorts of assistance even if without parliament's nod. Hypocrisy.
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Apr 13, 2015 10:02am
Biradar islaami mulak.....
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Apr 13, 2015 10:03am
Firstly this issue was supposed to be resolved by those who have sense of past,present and future challenges to Musm world ,but unfortately Pakistan's so called joint parliament is bringing their internal conflict for vote bank and personal hatred among different political parties. And what's incredibly strange to see Pakistan's social media commentators are showing genes of India by having such a shallow thinking and false pride and forgetting their origin .
i am afraid to imagine that if Indians will welcome you to bollywood, IPL etc and ll let you shake the hands of their entertainers , you May certainly call same type of joint parliament session on Kashmir issue whether to involve in it or not because Indian friends May not displease with you!!!!
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Apr 13, 2015 10:04am
Question to Arabs, especially Saudis and UAE : Do you accept Pakistan as a sovereign country or not ? If you do then how come there is no respect for our parliament(s) ? and its decisions ? How dare you hurl threats ?
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Apr 13, 2015 10:05am
Perfect; I salute you. That is the kind of courage and dignity Pakistan has to demonstrate when faced with any such disgrace.
Tell them Choudhury Nisar please to keep their RIYALS with them, Pakistanis would rather keep their dignity and honor than they they would sell independence.
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Apr 13, 2015 10:06am
@Yousuf Ali if he had been silent then people like you talk otherwise
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Apr 13, 2015 10:08am
Atleast now it is realised the importance of having a peaceful neighbourhood.
Instead of fighting, resolve the issues and focus on trade, tourism etc which will boost the economy.
The enemity with India is being misused by outsiders due to which Pakistan has and had to compromise on many issues. Stop depending on funds from GCC nations, instead develop the country and be independent..
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Apr 13, 2015 10:11am
@Kamran
Yes, today I am a proud Pakistani too and Nisar has raised high the head of the whole nation.
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Apr 13, 2015 10:16am
I dont like this guy in either case but what he said was one brave statement. All hail Nisar. That's one big slap for the Arabs! #Bravo
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Apr 13, 2015 10:26am
indeed a good statement..we never have to be in that position ever again provided we remove corruption from the core, throw away our begging bowl, become self reliance.remember poverty breeds lack of confidence and self reliance.Folks remember Freedom comes from strength and self-reliance....
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Apr 13, 2015 10:32am
Mr. Chaudry, can you talk like this with Americans too?
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Apr 13, 2015 10:35am
Finally, some self respect.
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Apr 13, 2015 10:40am
Good. Pakistan army is the army of Pakistan and Pakistani people. Why they will collaborate with other's war?
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Apr 13, 2015 10:41am
UAE is not very happy with Gawadar port either'
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Apr 13, 2015 10:43am
Agree Agree Agree with CH Nisar, Very good statement, Thanks Ch Nisar for standing up for Pakistan. Pakistan will decide and should decided what ever is in the interest of the country. Very arrogant statement by UAE minister.
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Apr 13, 2015 10:54am
I have a problem when we say brotherly UAE country, 52% of those living in Dubai are Indian, and another majority from West, Pakistanis and even Emiratis are in minority, so when Pakistan join UAE, does it join Muslims or Hindus and Christians, what is meant by brethren here???
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Apr 13, 2015 10:56am
@khan saheb and almost 50% of investment is from Pakistanis in UAE.
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Apr 13, 2015 10:58am
Thank God. Some dignity. Let's not confuse Islam with the rulers of Saudi Arabia. It's not the same thing!!!
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Apr 13, 2015 10:58am
The Emiratis should call india for help as indians are most favored to them.
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Apr 13, 2015 11:00am
In all our conflicts, which Arab state has ever helped us? Which Arab state has ever helped Palestine? They pay money to hunt endangered species.
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Apr 13, 2015 11:02am
How is it that the 5th largest arms buyer on the planet (Saudi Arabia) needs others to defend it?
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Apr 13, 2015 11:04am
@Taimoor ahmad
statements are not enough , cancel all permits issued for hunting at least
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Apr 13, 2015 11:04am
@Taimoor ahmad
statements are not enough , cancel all permits issued for hunting at least
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Apr 13, 2015 11:07am
oh please what does nisar know about what people of Pakistan want. uss ki apni ego disturb hoti hai to bolta hai.
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Apr 13, 2015 11:07am
GOoood one, UAE are brothers to Pak no doubt, but please Uae dont blame pak of anything which we have not done to you. Thanks, Our people work hard in your Countries and build up your nation more than your own nation.
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Apr 13, 2015 11:23am
A country with 83,600 km² Owns 67,340km² Threats a Nuclear State.
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Apr 13, 2015 11:34am
@Al mukhtar The Arabs can kick Pakistanis out , but give us the Billions of dollars which Pakistanis have invested in Gulf countries, only last year 450 billion was invested in UAE alone
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Apr 13, 2015 11:40am
Lets just sort our differences
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Apr 13, 2015 11:48am
Yes Minister ! But what does your Prime Minister thinks?
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Apr 13, 2015 12:01pm
Bang on the money.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:05pm
Well done Nisar. We are not slaves.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:15pm
Mr. Nisar, has given a too harsh statement, kindly deal matters of national interest in a diplomatic way. lest we need to bow our heads to them again.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:21pm
Mr. Anwar Gargash, save your bubble taking help from gora and showing us attitude.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:31pm
So where do Pakistan play their home matches..Chinese don't play Cricket I heard?
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Apr 13, 2015 12:34pm
Good response. Be Strong.... They are asking for help with threat amazing....
I think Pakistan should ask UAE for sorry on such statement.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:35pm
I am surprised at Mr Nisar's comment. Pak-Arab conflict is an unequal conflict that will hurt Pakistan more as apart from withholding aid to Pakistan, Arab countries can recruit equally cheaper labour from Bangladesh and India. A squeeze on the Pak labour in Arab countries will be very expensive for Pakistan. Wisdom demands caution.
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Apr 13, 2015 12:37pm
Good 1
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Apr 13, 2015 12:39pm
@Aaqil : Answer to your question.
You may be sovereign, but you have taken money from Arabs whenever you ran out of money to pay your bills. Should they not expect your to pay them back?
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Apr 13, 2015 12:41pm
If they don't apologize for showing contempt for our all parties conference then recall the Ambassador
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Apr 13, 2015 12:42pm
Pakistan will have to play home cricket matches in China.
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Apr 13, 2015 01:12pm
@Anwer Irfani When the UAE diplomat is not acting in diplomatic way how come CN can be diplomatic!
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Apr 13, 2015 01:14pm
UAE is a heaven for black money!
Treat your nannies and maids well!
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Apr 13, 2015 01:20pm
Now this is called a karara jawab
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Apr 13, 2015 01:53pm
@mms Integrity and Pride......LoL
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Apr 13, 2015 02:03pm
Good response. Meanwhile, Pakistani leadership should realize that their interests are no superior than the national stakes. Only then Pakistan will be able to counter such statements and reactions.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:14pm
Totally unwarranted, FO has already responded. Interior Minister should focus on his job.
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Apr 13, 2015 02:17pm
@Kashif indian labor is not cheap as pakistani labor.. their economy has raised so their national demand more salaries to relocate..we pakistanis are working on wayy low salaries thanks to our blood sucking politicians and increased taxes on middle class salaried person in the form of income, sales, wealth and many other taxes plus petrol hiked prices..
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Apr 13, 2015 02:27pm
The emirates people are no bother of pakistan !
We are people who are cheap labour for them.
The UAE will not dare return pakistanis because that will cost them! pakistani's should remember that we are a nuclear country with brains and Pride!
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Apr 13, 2015 02:36pm
Don't take Pakistan for granted Mr. UAE
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Apr 13, 2015 02:58pm
Advise to the UAE Minister. There are thousands of Pakistani nationals working in UAE, give them citizenship and I am sure they will defend your land with their blood. After that you will not need Pakistan Army for the protection of your country.
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Apr 13, 2015 03:00pm
nteresting to observe how the NS regime works. UAE minister of state for foreign affairs draws a reply not from the FO, which is without a Foreign minister, but by our interior minister. The prime minister, in his usual style, prefers to sit back and draw the strings of his ‘ministers,’ from behind the scenes, ministers who are for the most part his relatives or trusted chamchas who are not likely to say anything without first obtaining approval. But there is a saying “you can’t fool all people all the time." Can you fool the Arabs, who are irked by the normally docile Pakistani leaders taking up a position not to their (Arabs’) liking?
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Apr 13, 2015 03:18pm
@Sonny Afridi LOL, you should be a diplomat man
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Apr 13, 2015 03:21pm
Well Done Chaudhri Sahab.....
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Apr 13, 2015 03:35pm
@Taimoor ahmad and this will close the door of investments in to our country & job opportunities for Pakistanis in the gulf countries.
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Apr 13, 2015 03:46pm
@Jameel and that's called bravery my boy, bravery.
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Apr 13, 2015 03:47pm
@Muhammad Valid Point.
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Apr 13, 2015 04:12pm
So hypothetically if Kuwait will need our help in future will they lift the visa ban and give Pakistani soldiers visas.??? :):)
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Apr 13, 2015 04:34pm
Excellent action by Nisar..They must be replied in like wise statement..
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Apr 13, 2015 05:11pm
Blood is more precious than oil. When the Saudi's decapitate Pakistani's without fair trials they should realize, the consequences, and so must their neighbors. Enough is enough.
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Apr 13, 2015 05:34pm
This is what Pakistan needs to do:
1. Stay tough. Play tough. Join hands with Turkey, Oman and Iran to mediate a ceasefire and a lasting political solution in Yemen.
2. Threaten to withdraw Pak army contingents from the Gulf. That would leave Saudis and the Emiratis shivering in their shoes, since they will be ousted by their people
3. Do not worry about the Arabs throwing out Pakistanis. They wouldn’t dare. It is Pakistanis’ since hard work, their blood and sweat that has built the UAE and Saudia. Without Pakistani workers, the Arabs will collapse.
4. Revive the Iran-Pakistan-India pipeline.
5. Pakistan should take the lead to build a Iran-Pakistan-Afghanistan-Tajikistan-India economic community. Later, the other countries in SAARC can be inducted to make a larger trading community than can be bigger than ASEAN and EEC.
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Apr 13, 2015 05:34pm
This is what India needs to do:
1. Thwart the Arabs’ conspiracy to blackmail Pakistan, by refusing to send Indian workers to replace Pakistanis, if it comes to that. In any case, with Indian economy growing, we need the work force ourselves.
2. Help Pakistan to stabilise, by opening a communication line with Gen Raheel.
3. Play elder brother to Pakistan, not big brother.
4. Advise Arabs to sort out their issues themselves, and not allow west to fish in troubled water.
5. Work with Pakistan, Iran and Turkey to ensure Yemeni territorial integrity and to subdue Saudi insecurities.
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Apr 13, 2015 06:08pm
@mms But your leaders have no integrity and pride.
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Apr 13, 2015 06:17pm
when did UAE last time come to Pakistan to show its,s support against Taliban we lose 60000 lives in it and suffer a huge lose of 100billion dollar in war against terrorism
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Apr 13, 2015 06:49pm
@ashfaq Pakistan is prosperous than U.A.E ,it have more cultivated land,more human power than U.A.E IF world stops using oil their economy stops at a glance....but pakistan can sustain on its own
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Apr 13, 2015 07:19pm
Pakistan should call UAE ambassador to the foreign office and protest strongly. Only saying in the media does not bring anything internationally.
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Apr 13, 2015 07:28pm
Bravo Pakistan. Finally, the GCC States are being forced to deliver legitimate Governments and fairnes through governance. The days are gone when legitimacy would be an entitlement through petrodollar. Pakistan has taken a principled stand and hould stand up to threats
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Apr 13, 2015 09:57pm
There goes our bakshish... Thank you Nisar
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Apr 13, 2015 09:58pm
well done Mr Interior Minister. PML N has, at least one real Tiger! Arab Bedouins are now hurling threats at nuclear armed state!
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Apr 13, 2015 10:20pm
A true representation of a Pakistani sentiment
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Apr 13, 2015 10:23pm
well done ! there is more pakistani investment in dub then there is UAE investment in PK. if we all decide to ditch dubai who will build and who will buy ?????
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Apr 13, 2015 11:10pm
The general perception is that everything is on sale in Pakistan if the price is right . What do you expect. And don't forget that this very government was negotiating with terrorists themselves.
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Apr 13, 2015 11:30pm
Courageous statement by the interior minister of Pakistan.
The UAE minister's statement is highly shameful, grossly eccentric, totally unwarranted and absolutely uncalled for.
These G.C.C. countries so-called "Mawateens" think that money can buy them anything and everything. What a shame?
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Apr 13, 2015 11:48pm
Don't confuse Chaudhry Nisar with PML(N). This is establishment using Nisar to issue a policy statement.
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Apr 14, 2015 01:14am
@Aziz Memon yeah rite where does our sovereignty goes when it comes to giving response to US ?
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Apr 14, 2015 01:20am
@Awais Ali but US did n r still doing....
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Apr 14, 2015 01:26am
wow i was not expecting that! but good move.
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Apr 14, 2015 02:50am
@Factual
I'm Indian and a friend of Pakistan. We have always been brothers and will be. If someone threatens you, they threaten me too.
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Apr 14, 2015 03:36am
Pakistan is laughing at UAE's threats. No one takes the UAE seriously as they do not have a military force strong enough to do anything. Speaking as an Arab it is good to see the UAE pay the price for mistreating Pakistani citizens in the UAE.
Next time you want Pakistan's help show some respect otherwise no one will respect you. Good for Pakistan. Keep up the self respect.
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Apr 14, 2015 08:18am
@Anwar Ahmad enough with conspiaracy theories....
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Apr 14, 2015 09:26am
Well done Mr. Khan. A proud moment for all Pakistanis.
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Apr 14, 2015 09:46am
The delay in reply to UAE was caused as Pak foreign office was quite ill-prepared for such a contigency unlike India for which it has maintained a SOP file prepared by the military for issuing denials and counter allegations to all types of accusations coming from across the border.
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Apr 14, 2015 11:13am
This is exactly what USA wants to see. Brotherly nations exchanging such hot words and may be some action as well.
It has given Iran the lolly pop of the nuclear deal alarming the Arabs making them hysteric in their arms purchases and also justifying the US bases across middle east. On the other hand, they pat Saudis on the back to go get Houthis/Iran coalition. This has turned this small border conflict in a world-wide shia-sunni conflict.
The stupid UAE minister who accused Pakistan of siding with Iran is playing the game US wants them to play. Nisar's reply, though is more level-headed, doesnt address the issue correctly.
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Apr 14, 2015 11:49am
Nisar, you are the 'Man', period!
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Apr 14, 2015 01:46pm
This needed to be said, For once I agree with Chaudhry Nisar. We should not take this laying down. The Arabs need to learn they need us just as we need them.
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Apr 14, 2015 02:01pm
I dont understand why people highlighting remittance in way that its need of Pakistan. On a flip side UAE also need these millions in thier labour force hence its mutual. If UAE send these million people home they cant do without destruing thier local economy.
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Apr 14, 2015 03:42pm
@subcontinental That would be great.
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Apr 14, 2015 05:57pm
Way to go Ch Nisar!!! Great come back from Pakistan!!!
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Apr 14, 2015 08:25pm
A very bold staetment.
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Apr 14, 2015 11:01pm
Am proud of Ch Nisar Sb.
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Apr 14, 2015 11:09pm
One thing I quite fail to understand is where was this Arab unity and alliance was when Palestinians were being butchered and Masjid e Aqsa was being threatened to be demolished by Israel.It is evident that in the back of this Arab alliance is U.S and Israel.The Israel wants Iran to be eliminated because Iran's fault is that it is one and only the country which keeps tab on Israel.Therefore,on Yemen conflict,Israel got opportunity to push this Arab alliance to provoke Iran to get involved in the war of Yemen
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Apr 15, 2015 01:47am
@pervaiz,
Maybe Iran supported India but Iran never sent troops to support India against Pakistan during wars with India. Similarly, Pakistan is supporting the Saudis but is not getting physically involved in their wars and rightfully so.
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Apr 15, 2015 09:39am
Our enemies are very happy with the resolution of the Parliament as this resolution would alienate Pakistan and those of our brother countries who had always helped us in time of need with their moral and financial support would be feeling totally deceived. We call ourselves as neutral but if God forbids India attack us and at that time these countries like UAE and Saudi Arabia would be neutral ? We have enjoyed the support and money of them and now reluctant to back out own brothers. I see a lot of readers from especially neighbouring country suppoting Pakistani parliament resolution as they see very clearly that our stupid decision would eventually play in their benefit. Even Modi would eager to show support to Arab countries in this time .
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Apr 15, 2015 11:00am
Forget this camel rider
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Apr 15, 2015 11:07am
Well done Mr.Khan. Now i am a bit relaxed that i polled vote for you.
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Apr 15, 2015 11:10am
@Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad Nothing is free Dr. Salaria.
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Apr 15, 2015 12:38pm
@Abu-Salmaan biggest power is economic power not atomic power. You can use nuke power nation by economy. Atomic power no use look other nuke nation. They are nuke with economy like China India USA etc . Unlike pak NK have nuke but poor. Bitter but true.
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Apr 15, 2015 02:43pm
@Khan I think you are thinking too much. Like all decisions, the best decision is the one that serves one's interest, like Pakistani parliament did. Now if any one comes and says congrats, you did good, wow that does not mean there is malice in their words. We were just congratulated based on the decisions we took.
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Apr 15, 2015 04:34pm
It's not a so important reaction to be replied by such a powerful minister from a strong nation like Pakistan ,comprehending a rapidly evolving situation of the middle east. It should be resolve quietly. More over both countries are good friends and have common understanding on various sensitive issues.
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Apr 15, 2015 11:04pm
A quick overview from your economics teacher :)
Total oil imports are 35% of GDP. Pakistan imports 12.1% of its oil from UAE. 12% from Saudi. Rest from Kuwait and elsewhere.
Saudi oil is sometimes free or payments are deferred for now. Do you think the Saudis will continue the deferred payment favor? I am sure some accountant in Riyadh is busy with his calculator and excel sheet.
You may dislike the Arabs. But suppose they all decide to close the oil tap what happens? Suppose the Saudis demand repayment of the current outstanding of $25 billion where will it come from?
I heard the Saudis now want 100,000 acres of rice fields in exchange. What else will they ask? Especially now that Pakistan has refused to help.
China will happily invest on new refining capacity. But if there is no oil, what will you refine?
UAE alone buys 10% of Pakistani exports around $2billion worth. Mostly fruits and vegetables. Is it so hard for them to find another supplier for the same items?
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Apr 16, 2015 01:06am
Statement issued by minister was long awaited.strong action needs from a country having integrity n pride in addition to strong army
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Apr 16, 2015 01:08am
Well done pakistan.never allow any country to interfere in our affirs
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Apr 16, 2015 02:30am
Finally some one in pakistan's ruling elite showed some spine to stand up for their country!
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Apr 16, 2015 02:34am
Its time to reclaim reclaim respect and identity.Nothing matters it should always be Pakistan first.
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Apr 16, 2015 03:15am
Well done interior minister, you are the only worthy minister at the monster post in current Pm cabinet, keep up the good work.
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