JI to convene national conference on Balochistan

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QUETTA: Deputy chief of Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) Liaquat Baloch has expressed serious concern over worsening law and order situation in Balochistan and said the party would convene a national conference to find out a solution to issues being faced by Balochistan province.

Speaking at a press conference on Monday along with other party leaders, he said the situation in the province demands to bring all stakeholders to a negotiation table as all issues should be resolved through dialogue.

The JI central leader said the serious law and order situation in Balochistan, amplified by the recent terrorist incidents, has made it essential to hold a national conference to resolve all issues.

Published in Dawn, July 21st, 2026

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