Govt won't allow anyone to destabilise country, asserts Nawaz
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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Thursday said no one will be allowed to create hurdles in the way of stability and development of the country.
Chairing a special meeting of federal ministers, advisers and special assistants at PM House, he said, “With God's grace our hands are clean. We have faced ruthless accountability in the past too, with success."
“The nation is focused on economic progress and prosperity, and we will not let anyone create any obstacle in the way,” Nawaz said.
The prime minister said the development processes that were launched three years ago to steer the country out of darkness, improve economy, and remove flaws from the system will continue.
He said those who want to hamper development and welfare of people will not succeed in their designs.
“PML-N always prefers values over power and takes decisions on the national issues in consultation with other political parties,” the premier added.
Nawaz said political rivals fear that they will be left far behind in the political arena if the government completes its constitutional tenure.
He said the entire international community vouched for the transparency in the measures taken for the restoration of the economy, ongoing development, mega power and infrastructure projects and the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
He said when his government took over, the economy was at its lowest ebb and investors were fleeing the country.
“Today we have restored the confidence of the people and the graph reflecting hopes and aspirations of the people in their future has gone up for the first time in 15 years.”
The cabinet ministers expressed views that certain political elements are trying to create political chaos to divert the government's attention from the economic agenda.
They reiterated the resolve that the incumbent government will implement its development agenda.
The cabinet members said the ongoing propaganda was not aimed against the person of the prime minister or his family, but it was actually against the political stability and pace of development of the country. These elements were trying to sabotage country's development and progress, they added.
The ministers, belonging to the allied parties, assured Nawaz of the support of their respective parties and leadership.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:22pm
People of Pakistan don't want to save your own democracy. Just disclosure the source of your family business..
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Apr 21, 2016 07:26pm
Your time is up Mr. PM. Dont talk about welfare of the poor and needy. Doesn't sound genuine
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Apr 21, 2016 07:26pm
You yourself a big hurdle in the prosperity of Pakistan
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Apr 21, 2016 07:27pm
Moving away from the KURSI will stabilize the country
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Apr 21, 2016 07:28pm
@VoiceOfReason seriously...it's rich coming from him!!!
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Apr 21, 2016 07:30pm
'The cabinet members said the ongoing propaganda was not aimed against the person of the prime minister or his family, but it was actually against the political stability and pace of development of the country'.
Anything or anyone who exposes Sharifs' corruption is a propagandist & against development of the country.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:31pm
NS your words have lost credibility. Across the board accountability is the demand of our nation.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:31pm
You mean PML-N government will not allow anyone to destabilize Nawaz Sharif's and his family's wealth.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:36pm
No one is bothering to do that, you are more than enough to this by yourself
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Apr 21, 2016 07:37pm
"The nation is focused on economic progress and prosperity of the country"
Defining the nation here, it's 'sharif family and their circle'.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:38pm
It is high time PM face justice.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:40pm
Folks won't allow you to rule Pakistan @ cost of Public tax and dump your wealth into tax free countries.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:40pm
PML-N and PPP are twin brothers. From their actions it seems that they are not interested in removing corruption from Pakistani society.Until these two parties remain in power Pakistan will never progress. Its high time - Judiciary must take action to eliminate corruption. At present there is no hope things will improve.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:40pm
We have had enough for these politicians
They just make money
There should be strong accountability
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Apr 21, 2016 07:41pm
MR. Prime minister your government is destabilising Pakistan!
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Apr 21, 2016 07:43pm
“...the graph reflecting hopes and aspirations of the people in their future has gone up for the first time in 15 years.” Really. Anybody else sees this graph or only'people' in governing positions always draw such conclusions. And why it is the 'first time' every time as far as 'hope' is concerned. Is there any concrete data to directly compare 'economic progress and prosperity' of the ruling class vis-a-vis the ruled masses?
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Apr 21, 2016 07:44pm
When PM says he won't allow others to destabilize Pakistan, does he mean that he will stop any one questioning and investigating his family's corruption. The criminal investigation will destabilize his family, the party PML-N, PPP, and so many others who are in the business of corruption throughout Pakistan, if the investigation goes thru, chances are a cleans system will emerge that will result in better and a meaningful democracy and stable Pakistan. Pakistanis, let the corrupt shout as loud as they can but we need to uproot them for a better country.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:45pm
The main impediment our country faces in it's advancement is that by our so called leaders'!
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Apr 21, 2016 07:46pm
How many chances
Pakistanis will give him and then lament the bad situation in
the country.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:46pm
I think he is talking about any other country. Man your response is late now.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:48pm
Democracy and government will stabilise if you and your children face accountability. Why cannot they prove if the money does not belong to us (Pakistani citizens)?
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Apr 21, 2016 07:51pm
Enjoy Mr PM. The people of Pakistan are happy.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:54pm
It is joke of the century when you talk about the welfare of the poor and needy. Oh i forgot you must be talking about your own family. Sorry PM i misunderstood you, but guess what the real poor and needy are not going to let you and your family loot the country anymore. It is time to pay the dues and your time is up.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:54pm
Nation doesnt believe you any more. Declare source or resign.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:55pm
People of Pakistan do not allow corruption by anyone. No need of this or that commission - Mr. PM! Please disclose your & family assets and source of funds / money trail for these assets. Also declare your I tax returns for last twenty years similar to what has been done by the British PM. Why PMLN is trying to fool the masses?
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Apr 21, 2016 07:55pm
PM is right. he wont let anyone else do the destabilization task. Its there cup of tea.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:58pm
You are the main destabilizing factor to this country.
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Apr 21, 2016 07:58pm
@Anarchist Very true. Anyone speaking against PM family corruption is declared threat to democracy. What type of democracy is PMLN practising?
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Apr 21, 2016 08:00pm
PMLN and the current government are the biggest threats to the stability of Pakistan and it's democracy. Why can't Nawaz Sharif form a judicial commission under Chief Justice with foreign forensic investigators of repute and eventually close this chapter and stabilize the country.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:00pm
And who want allow the "government " to destabilise the country.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:01pm
Kettle calling the pot black.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:02pm
Do the 'honorable' please, the time has come for Sheriff Inc. to call it a day!
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Apr 21, 2016 08:02pm
Generic presentation!
Move forward, do things, ground reality will speak, it does not need " telling" but "showing"!
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Apr 21, 2016 08:03pm
Biggest destabilising power is govt itself.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:05pm
That clearly shows that leaders are facing Panic.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:07pm
Mr. PM, all of your family members are billionaires, at least share with us your business module so that we can create 200 million billionaires in the country inside a decade. It will be a big service to the people.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:07pm
Look at the bunch of leaders sitting on several million rupees of carpet and several millions worth of furniture and telling us that they will not let any one to expose their corruption.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:10pm
and people vote for these leaders??? they deserve such rulers, for their mistakes we suffer too.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:13pm
Agreed, rule by law can make country stable...
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Apr 21, 2016 08:13pm
@Truth : Because my fellow citizen, we let him.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:20pm
Yes, every Pakistani is advised to shop in London for Pakistan's stability and prosperity!
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Apr 21, 2016 08:20pm
How pathetic when these politicians say "With God's grace our hands are clean".
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Apr 21, 2016 08:25pm
How about dismissing one minister on corruption changes like Raheel Shareef has dismissed many of his corrupt officers.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:26pm
He's destabilizing the country himself.
The country is nearly bankrupt under the weight of foreign debts and NS and family have $billion stashed offshore! But they continue to deny it. That's where the instability comes from.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:27pm
Claiming “our hands are clean” will not wash. It’s about transparency and accountability. Do the honourable thing, resign and let the process start. For crying out loud this is what the nation is demanding.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:27pm
As expected....democracy is in danger.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:31pm
@Talha : What country do you live in my friend. You expect the PM do what. You must be kidding or living in a dream world. Corrupt individual like our current government and Zardari's and the entire current cabinet. It is time to infuse young and educated blood into the government and we need to learn from other countries like China, India and even Israel.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:31pm
No respect for what you say as you do not have any moral authority until he comes clean on the Panama Leaks.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:32pm
Echoes of Z.A. Bhutto, circa 1976. When he spoke these words:
"The chair I occupy is very strong. If you try to remove me, there will rivers of blood in the streets and the country will be destabilized."
And just a few months thereafter...
May Bhutto RIP.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:35pm
PML-N with their Panama corruption and Model Town killings are doing a good enough job them selves.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:37pm
Well done NS. Nation is with you! Pakistan Zindabad!
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Apr 21, 2016 08:37pm
"The nation is focused on economic progress and prosperity,"
Is that why your two sons are British Citizens and have $millions in their name outside the country?
Please let me know how I can make Pakistan more prosperous by staying in the UK and by keeping my British Citizenship!?
I'm sure a few million more would love to participate in that mission.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:41pm
This again very immature thinking from an elected PM of a soveriegn nation. NS should think of counteracting the menace of terrorism rather than protecting only himself and only his own children. There are other people and their innocent children's out there who need stability and security.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:45pm
He should have said development of politicians as no development has taken place in Pakistan. Poor are poorer than 10 years ago and rich are richer than one could imagine. PM sahib now stop claiming to be clean instead come out clean out of yours and your families scandals
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Apr 21, 2016 08:46pm
just bring the money home and no one will destabilize nothing
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Apr 21, 2016 08:48pm
Destablishing factors. Is it a indirect threat to our great General like made to NAB
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Apr 21, 2016 08:48pm
Corruption is a complex problem that affects social, economic and political aspects in the country. In Pakistan corruption has undermined democratic institutions, slowed down development projects and might even caused destabilization in the government. It is high time that our people should be more conscious of the corruption in our midst today. Knowledge and public awareness of corruption can help minimize the problem.
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Apr 21, 2016 08:48pm
The PM is right!
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Apr 21, 2016 08:55pm
You are the one who is destabilizing the country. Just leave and some one honest should take over.
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Apr 21, 2016 09:01pm
State is not hostage to you Mr PM. If fingering pointing at you, dont assume that you are the state. Come out clean first and foremost. This noise is not impressing anyone.
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Apr 21, 2016 09:03pm
I am surprised how the country will Destabilize if Pm and family if interrogated on the corruption
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Apr 21, 2016 09:03pm
Time has come that Pakistan public can distinguish between empty words and promises. Mr. PM not only you but other parties and politicians have misguided and looted public money. It is so absurd when you are saying that "Your hands are clean" then you have to explain the nation How your children invested that kind of money in Panama issue without doing any job. Let not underestimate our intelligence please.
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Apr 21, 2016 09:07pm
Mr PM its you and your team destabilizing the country sooner you understand is better for you and Pakistan
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Apr 21, 2016 09:09pm
I love you Nawaz Sharif. You are doing amazing job. As long as you are PM, no can can hinder the prosperity of Pakistan. I wish you could rule Pakistan forever.
P.S. Doctors say i am not mentally stable
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Apr 21, 2016 09:11pm
@Zain Abedin - Only the corrupt are with him!
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Apr 21, 2016 09:16pm
NS, you are going great, keep your attention towards the development of country, Next election will be yours too.Inshallah.
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Apr 21, 2016 09:16pm
Actually Govt won't allow any one to de-corrupt country, asserts Nawaz
Take action against corrupts, no one will destabilize you.
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Apr 21, 2016 09:21pm
PM NS should resign and bring back all looted money. PPP should also do the same.
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Apr 21, 2016 09:23pm
Don't boat of your efforts,you have done nothing for poor people of Pakistan and for Pakistan also.
You have used Pakistan and are using it for your own motives goals,and objectives.
Nobody is creating impediments in way progress but you yourself.
Don't lie to the naive people of Pakistan further.
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Apr 21, 2016 09:29pm
Would honourable prime minister like to give few examples of prosperity and development, he is talking about
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Apr 21, 2016 09:36pm
Thank God ! Mian Sahib saved our country ! Great !
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Apr 21, 2016 09:38pm
Bring back Musharraf.
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Apr 21, 2016 09:43pm
We want our tax money back.. Nawaz or Zadari or Imran, no one is exempted.
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Apr 21, 2016 10:03pm
personal favour and nothing else...............
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Apr 21, 2016 10:03pm
ridiculous!
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Apr 21, 2016 10:06pm
man of straw
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Apr 21, 2016 10:09pm
Incompetence at it's peak...............
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Apr 21, 2016 10:15pm
It’s about time NS to follow on the footsteps of his fellow leader Altaf bhai. PML-N entrepreneurs will be happy to listen your business ideas through telephonic speeches.
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Apr 21, 2016 10:26pm
'We have restored the confidence of the people'. Is that so? Do the masses really have confidence, particularly, in the governance and the character of the governing group? Why are such hollow and meaningless statements given space on medias' pages?
Secondly, which Pakistani wants to destabilise the country? What a foolish remark. He and his family is being condemned for massive corruption. The stability of Pakistan is not under question. If something happens, rest assured, it will be so swift, that while the stability of the country remains in place, the real cause of the fleecing its wealth, will be uprooted.
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Apr 21, 2016 10:26pm
Is Military is the only solution provider for every problem,nation is facing...?. Are all institutions lost their credibility...?. After Raheel Sharif departs,how the next general will be..?
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Apr 21, 2016 10:44pm
People are craving for military rule and military power. They dont understand that minimizing political, Democratic and economic progress brings things back to square one. The view from Indians is if Raheel Sharif or whoever is loved and respected, plz elect them to Constitutional democratic bodies. make him PM in a suit. But dont let them run the country while in uniform. Its a volatile chemistry. Ends up only in explosions.
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Apr 21, 2016 11:12pm
I really feel sorry for those dummys sitting around .they must be thinking about plan B!!!!!!!!!
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Apr 21, 2016 11:15pm
He should stand in front of a mirror while says that.
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Apr 21, 2016 11:50pm
Let's see.
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Apr 22, 2016 12:36am
In other words: don't dare investigate me or my kids for corruption.
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Apr 22, 2016 12:42am
NS has destabilized the country with his past actions, not the general public or the media.They are just commenting on NS`s and family`s activities.
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Apr 22, 2016 01:09am
@Khanjee Excellent
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Apr 22, 2016 01:25am
mr PM we know as long as you are in charge we dont know anyone else to destabilize the country.... you are enough to do this and doing this perfectly.
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Apr 22, 2016 01:39am
Nobody will be allowed to disrupt my family and I will not disclose the source of my wealth. I won't tell anyone how my kids were Billionaire at the age of 13
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Apr 22, 2016 01:50am
with all these comments, I don't know how the Sharif government won the election.
Will it be the PPP next election ?
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Apr 22, 2016 02:35am
Who was he directing his comments to? The military leadership or someone else?
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Apr 22, 2016 02:40am
He thinks accountability will de-stabilize the county.
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Apr 22, 2016 02:58am
Please look the faces of cabnet and pm and tell me there faces shows, hope, progress, achievments , light a happy nation or cabnet or pm. These are hopeless and faded faces . Theses hopeless faces can not take us to bright country
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Apr 22, 2016 03:59am
What a bold statement...... To draw the attention away from him
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Apr 22, 2016 04:10am
Time to get rid of all corrupt politicians
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Apr 22, 2016 03:36pm
He considers Pakistan as his personal property; hence the comments make perfect sense; he will not tolerate anyone trying to destabilize his belongings.
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Apr 23, 2016 05:52am
@Syed What a stupid idea!
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