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PM Shehbaz, Kundi stress enhanced efforts for 'harmony' between Centre, KP

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi met in Islamabad to discuss improving relations between the central government and KP, addressing issues like law and order and political disputes. The meeting comes amid tensions over fund allocations and military operations, with the PTI-led provincial government accusing the federal government of suppressing its protests and demanding the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan.
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On Tuesday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi in Islamabad, where they emphasized the need for enhanced efforts towards "harmony" between the central government and the province. The meeting also included discussions on law and order, mutual interests, and the political situation in KP. PM Shehbaz reiterated that the federal government will work towards KP's progress and the welfare of its people.

The PTI, which governs Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has been in conflict with the federal government over various issues, including funding provisions and military operations within the province. The party is also seeking the release of its founder, former prime minister Imran Khan, who has been detained since 2023.

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🔮 Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday affirmed that Pakistan and Turkiye would continue to push for dialogue and diplomacy while strengthening their defences under the Makkah Defence Agreement.
🔮 “The situation could have deteriorated as far as the Yemen issue is concerned […] There has been some talk and peace may emerge in the coming days or week as far as Saudi Arabia versus Yemen [sic] is concerned.”
🔮 “The situation could have deteriorated as far as the Yemen issue is concerned […] There has been some talk and peace may emerge in the coming days or week as far as Saudi Arabia versus Yemen (sic) is concerned.”
🔮 “The situation could have deteriorated as far as the Yemen issue is concerned […] There has been some talk and peace may emerge in the coming days or week as far as Saudi Arabia versus Yemen (sic) is concerned.”
🔮 Earlier in the day, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi condemned the incident, asserting that Pakistan would “never tolerate” attacks on its people or violations of its sovereignty.
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🔮 Their defence ties drew international attention during the May 2025 conflict between Pakistan and India, when Pakistan used Chinese-made J-10C fighter jets.
🔮 “Sanitisation operations are being conducted to eliminate any other Indian sponsored terrorist found in the area,” the statement read, adding that a relentless counterterrorism campaign under the vision “Azm e Istehkam” will continue at full pace to “wipe out [the] menace of foreign-sponsored and supported terrorism from the country”.
🔮 “Sanitisation operations are being conducted to eliminate any other Indian sponsored terrorist found in the area,” the statement read, adding that a relentless counterterrorism campaign under the vision “Azm e Istehkam” will continue at full pace to “wipe out [the] menace of foreign-sponsored and supported terrorism from the country”.
🔮 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi condemned on Wednesday the latest instance of firing from across the Afghan border in Lower South Waziristan, asserting that Pakistan would “never tolerate” attacks on its people or violations of its sovereignty.
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Centre Islamabad Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Lahore PTI

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Centre ORG · 2× Islamabad GPE · 2× Lahore GPE · 2× PTI ORG · 2× Faisal Karim Kundi PERSON · 1× Kashmir GPE · 1× Khyber Pakhtunkhwa GPE · 1× PMO ORG · 1× Shehbaz Sharif PERSON · 1× the Prime Minister’s Office ORG · 1×

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The assertion was made in a meeting in Islamabad, the statement said, adding that the “overall political situation” in KP, law and order and matters of mutual interest were also discussed in the huddle that also included Kashmir Affairs Minister Engineer Amir Muqam and Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah.
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🔮 “PM Shehbaz reiterated that the federal government will continue to work for KP’s progress and welfare of the people of the province,” the statement read.

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi stressed the need for enhanced efforts for “harmony” between the Centre and the province and to resolve people’s issues on Tuesday, according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). uncertain
Sharif → stress → Office
The assertion was made in a meeting in Islamabad, the statement said, adding that the “overall political situation” in KP, law and order and matters of mutual interest were also discussed in the huddle that also included Kashmir Affairs Minister Engineer Amir Muqam and Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah. asserted
that → make → Affairs
“PM Shehbaz reiterated that the federal government will continue to work for KP’s progress and welfare of the people of the province,” the statement read. asserted
statement → reiterate → province
The PTI, which is in power in KP, has been at loggerheads with the federal government over several issues, including provision of funds and military operations in the province. asserted
which → include → province
The ruling party in the province has also been seeking the release of its founder and former prime minister Imran Khan, who has been in jail since 2023. asserted
who → rule → 2023
It has staged multiple protests to this end and has been accusing the Centre, as well as Punjab and Sindh governments of suppression during mobilisation drives. asserted
It → stag → drives
On Monday, a run-in with law enforcement marred KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi’s visit to Lahore as he claimed he was “abducted” by authorities and later “abandoned” by the roadside. asserted
he → mar → roadside
The provincial government, however, denied any such move. asserted
government → deny → move
Afridi was visiting Lahore to rally supporters ahead of PTI’s planned protest march on Islamabad on Sept 27. asserted
Afridi → visit → Sept
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