Govt priorities have shifted from geo-political to geo-economic: FM Qureshi

ISLAMABAD, MAR 24: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Tuesday has said that the Pakistan resolution is a reflection of our national and historical aspirations. According to the Foreign Ministry statement, Shah Mahmood Qureshi in his message on the occasion of Pakistan Day said that this day is an important milestone for the nation and March 23 renews the sacrifices of our forefathers for the country.

Qureshi further said that Pakistan Resolution truly reflects our deep national and historical aspirations and desires. On this Day, we pay rich tribute to the Father of the Nation and all leaders, elders, martyrs and heroes who rendered great sacrifices for the realization of our dream.

"This Day provides us with an opportunity every year to renew our commitment to making our country true welfare, progressive and prosperous state," Qureshi added.

"On this Day, I wish to reiterate that Pakistani leadership’s vision of ‘Naya Pakistan’ is focused around economic security – for the well-being and welfare of our people," adding that "While fully resolved to protect our vital national security interests, our emphasis is shifting from geo-strategic to geo-economics.

Rather than partaking in geopolitical competition and rivalries, Pakistan is advocating co-existence and win-win cooperation."

Shah Mehmood Qureshi said that our focus has shifted from geopolitical priorities to geo-economic priorities and the present government is committed to taking Pakistan on the path of development.

The Foreign Minister also said the world must take notice of blatant human rights violations being committed by India in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir.

The Coronavirus pandemic has undoubtedly become a challenge for the whole world at this time while it has also provided new opportunities for international solidarity and cooperation, he said.

In his Twitter post, the Foreign Minister also said "Let this historic #PakistanResolutionDay serve as a reminder of Pakistan’s rightful place in the world, envisioned by the visionary architects of our country: A Pakistan of peace, tolerance, progress and prosperity. Pakistan Zindabad!"

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