ISLAMABAD (APP) Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday reaffirmed the government’s firm resolve to defeat terrorism through a unified national effort, stressing that peace, stability and prosperity remained the country’s core objectives. He said Pakistan was now on a fast track towards development, but terrorism remained the most serious challenge. The prime minister stated that over 100,000 Pakistanis had embraced martyrdom in the war against terrorism. Minister for Information Attaullah Tarar said the national narrative to discourage terrorism and promote peace and stability would be further strengthened. They said the Qaumi Paigham-e-Aman Committee symbolized national unity and would play a critical role in fostering peace, harmony and stability across the country.

Source: The Patriot January 16, 2026 16:28 UTC