ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar Ul Haq Kakar said that a policy has been prepared regarding the Afghan refugees and this will soon be visible.
When asked about involvement of Afghan refugees in smuggling and hoarding in a News Conference in Islamabad on Friday, the prime minister said that the aliens will be deported as they have no right to reside in Pakistan.
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Kakar said that we have held detailed discussions regarding the Pak-Afghan transit trade, stressing there will be zero tolerance on smuggled goods. He assured that those residing in the border areas will be provided with positive economic opportunities to earn their livelihoods in a dignified manner.
The interim prime minister also declared to vigorously monitor implementation of decisions with regards to checking power pilferage, hoarding and smuggling. He said that the action against smuggling, hoarding and power theft will be taken forward without any fear and favour. He said that those involved in these illegal practices will be taken to the court of law and due process will be followed.
Anwaar Ul Haq Kakar also announced the revival of Price Control Committees, saying that the efforts in this regard will be led by the Minister for Planning in coordination with the provincial authorities. He emphasized that the implementation of this system will remain visible until the caretaker government is in place.
The prime minister emphatically stated that the crackdown against the illegal industry of currency will be consistent and the law will take its course.
Further, he said that we are committed to break the nexus between the smugglers and the terrorist outfits. He said that countering terrorism and extremism are amongst our foremost priorities and civilian and military authorities are working in a synchronized manner to deal with this menace.
