President Zardari leaves for Dubai for a day: spokesman

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ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari left for Dubai on a private visit for medical checkup amidst hitherto unresolved standoff between the civil and military leaderships, TrendPK reports Thursday.

According to Presidential Spokesman Farhatullah Babar, the President Zardari will come back to Pakistan in 24 hours.

Addressing the party leaders at Bilawal House a couple of days ago, President Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Karachi Division Senator Faisal Raza Abidi  said Zardari is not on the ECL, he is head of the state; hence, he can go abroad as and when he wishes so.

He added the concept regarding his fleeing the country is an indication of failed mentality. TrendPK

PM Gilani calls Sindh cabinet’s meeting

KARACHI: Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani is arriving in Karachi to review the prevailing law and order situation in Karachi.

The Prime Minister has called a meeting of Sindh cabinet at Chief Minister House to discuss the situation on Monday.

Earlier, President Zardari held a meeting with PPP ministers and decided to resolve the issue of Karachi in political manner within one week.

The meeting also discussed matters regarding MQM’s return to the coalition government.

President Zardari directed Federal Minister Khurshid Shah to meet the MQM leaders and address their concerns.

According to sources, President Zardari will make a visit to Karachi next week.

On the other hand, a three-member committee set up by President Zardari to address the Karachi situation met at Governor House in Karachi.

The committee comprises of Governor Ishratul Ebad, Chief Minister Qaim Ali Shah and Home Minister Manzoor Wasan.

The committee decided that heirs of those killed in recent wave of unrest would be given compensation.

Gilani calls on Zardari

Lahore trendpk.com: Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani called on President Zardari and took stock of the prevailing political situation of country, trendpk.com reported on Tuesday.

The two leaders also deliberated upon the recent visit of Chinese PM Wen Jiabao besides the demands of MQM delegations.

President Zardari also discussed his probable visit to Turkey with the PM. Later, the President joined Gilani on luncheon.

President Zardari unhappy with Sindh ministers

Staff Report

KARACHI: President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday expressed dissatisfaction over the performances of a few ministers of Sindh cabinet.

President Zardari also instructed ministers to be ready for local body elections expected after next six months.

He also expressed his annoyance when one of the ministers, during the meeting, used his cellular phone.

President Zardari also directed Sindh cabinet to take proper measures against spreading dengue fever in the province.

The meeting was held at Bilawal House, Clifton. Trend Pk

PM Gilani, Army Chief meet President Zardari

ISLAMABAD, News Trends:  Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani and Army Chief General Ashfaque Pervez Kayani called on President Asif Ali Zardari at Presidency to discuss the results of Pak-US strategic dialogue.

The meeting also discussed future strategy after the dialogue with United States.

Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi was also present during the meeting.

Barack Obama Telephones President Zardari

ISLAMABAD: US President Barack Obama telephoned President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday evening and held a detailed conversation, covering several important subjects.

Both Presidents welcomed the substantial progress made at the recently concluded Third Round of the Strategic Dialogue and underscored the importance of forging a comprehensive partnership between the US and Pakistan.

President Obama, in particular, reiterated his strong support for democracy in Pakistan and expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s accomplishments in numerous fields.

President Obama invited President Zardari to visit the US. President Zardari, thanking President Obama for the invitation, said he was also looking forward to the visit of President Obama in the early part of 2011 to Pakistan.

The two Presidents exchanged views on regional matters and agreed on the need to enhance consultations and cooperation at all levels to promote peace, development and stability in the region as well as to achieve success in the fight against extremism and terrorism.

President Zardari thanked President Obama for the strong expression of support for Pakistan, the democratic forces and progress and prosperity of the Pakistani people.

Democracy remains burly and stout, says Nisar

Opposition Leader Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan has said that democracy is strong. He also said that president Zardari wrongly thinks that democracy would be derailed if he is brought to justice.
Talking in press conference in Islamabad, the opposition leader said that if Saif ul Rehman is deemed accountable then Rehman Malik is also no exception. He further said that President Zardari and his accomplices are following a One-Point agenda. They are pretending as if they are part and parcel of democracy. He also said that the future of democracy is not associated with President Zardari or any particular government.

President, PM, Kayani hold key meeting

Staff report

ISLAMABAD: A meeting between President Zardari, Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani underway at the President House.

The officials are discussing strategies to pull the country out from the ongoing political crisis.

Before this meeting, President Zardari and PM Gilani held a 25-minute consultative meeting. Later, the COAS joined them.

This meeting holds great importance as significant outcomes are expected.

Earlier, the three officials held a meeting on March,16, 2009 over the issue of judges restoration. SAMAA

President, PM, Kayani hold key meeting

Staff report

ISLAMABAD: A meeting between President Zardari, Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani underway at the President House.

The officials are discussing strategies to pull the country out from the ongoing political crisis.

Before this meeting, President Zardari and PM Gilani held a 25-minute consultative meeting. Later, the COAS joined them.

This meeting holds great importance as significant outcomes are expected.

Earlier, the three officials held a meeting on March,16, 2009 over the issue of judges restoration. SAMAA

President Zardari favors small dams

Staff Report

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari said on Thursday that construction of controversial dams could damage the unity of the country, adding that the energy crisis could be overcome by building small dams.

He chaired a meeting of the projects of water and power at the President House, and asked authorities to look at the projects of power plants at the local level.

President Zardari was of the view that local and foreign investors should be included in local level projects.

President Zardari directed the authorities to complete small projects immediately. SAMAA

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