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THE government in its endeavour to promote tourism has allowed nationals from 50 countries to be granted visa on arrival. Though it seems a step in the right direction, I have two apprehensions.
One, has the same facility been provided to Pakistani national by the countries concerned? Second, how will the government ensure that people like Raymond Davis will not misuse the facility and use it for terrorism instead of tourism?
Proper security protocols must be ensured, otherwise it will be a heavy price to pay if unwanted people get access to Pakistan.
U. K. Dar
Lahore
Published in Dawn, February 7th, 2019
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Feb 07, 2019 04:01pm
Facility of visa on arrival in Pakistan, should be on reciprocal basis for extending same facility to Pakistani nationals around the world.
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Feb 07, 2019 11:11pm
There is no set protocol or requirements that this has to be reciprocal. In this case Pakistan wants to promote tourism and hence the step. If another country really wants Pakistanis to visit their land, they will reciprocate. Else there is not much more the Pakistani govt can do
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