August 17, 2009

US not buying land for US troops in Islamabad:brooke

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Monday once again demanded US to stop Drone attacks and provide this technology to Pakistan, while Richard Holbrooke lauded Pak army and government on success in Malakand operation.
Special US envoy Holbrooke called on Prime Minister with his delegation here.
He clarified that land in Islamabad has been bought for a housing scheme of US marines’ diplomatic staff.
Prime Minister Gilani, expressing concern over drone attacks, said they do not differentiate between terrorists and innocent people. He demanded US to provide Pakistan with this technology so that Pak army may itself take action against terrorists.
Richard Holbrooke said Pakistan’s success in Malakand operations is impressive and US will extend full support to Pakistan to overcome the energy crisis besides restoring the IDPs.
He also met with Shaukat Tarin Federal Finance Minister and exchanged views on matters relating to IMF program and revenue collection.
Later, the US envoy called on Maulana Fazal-ur-Rehamn, the partner of ruling coalition and exchanged views on situation in Pakistan and Afghanistan.

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