02-23-2006, 05:25 AM
Clinton meets Musharraf, condoles loss of life in quake
Clinton flays publications of blasphemous cartoons
Saturday February 18, 2006 (0158 PST)
ISLAMABAD: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton, left, and President General Pervez Musharraf chat during a meeting at the President House.
ISLAMABAD, February 18 (Online): Former US President Bill Clinton condoling the colossal loss of life and property in the October 8 earthquake said that not only US government but various US organizations are helping in the reconstruction process.
He was talking to President Musharraf during their meeting at the Aiwan-e-Sadr on Friday. The two dignitaries also exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, situation in quake hit areas, regional and international affairs
President Musharraf thanking the US government and its people for their support and assistance during the Oct 8 crisis said that US assistance in providing helicopters and military personal for the relief and rescue work was a great help and helped us to cope with this crisis in an amicable way.
President Musharraf also clarified Pakistan¹s stance on regional and international affairs and said that Pakistan is working for peace and stability in the region and we want to settle all issues with India peacefully. He said composite dialogue in this regard is continuing and we have suggested self governance and demilitarization proposals and we are optimistic that India would respond positively to our suggestions.
He however emphasized that without the settlement of the Kashmir issue lasting pace in South Asia would be a distant dream and US should continue playing its role in the Pak-India composite dialogue process so that the issue could be settled.
President also shared his views on nuclear proliferation, situation in Afghanistan, Middle East situation, war on terrorism and cooperation with the US in various sectors.
Former US President Bill Clinton lauding President Musharraf¹s policies against terrorism said that US regards Pakistan as its close ally and the way Pakistan has played a role in creating world peace and fighting against terrorism is laudable. He also hailed the economic policies of Pakistan.
Meanwhile, Former US president Bill Clinton criticized the publication of blasphemous cartoons by Western media and said that material that hurt sentiments of the followers of any religion should not be published.
"Media should avoid to publish that things which create gap among different religions", Clinton told media men after holding meeting with Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz in Prime Minister House here on Friday.
He noted that every one had right to opine but one could be allowed to write against any religion.
Former US president also lauded Pakistan¹s role in war against terrorism besides appreciating government¹s reforms policies.
He noted that Pakistan was on the way of progress due to its comprehensive reforms.
Clinton said that entire world including US was facing fatal disease of HIV AIDS adding, there was dire need of creating awareness among people about this disease.
Education and economic progress are the best way to be protected against this fatal disease, he maintained.
Speaking on the occasion, Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz offered thanks to former US president for visiting Pakistan to launch anti-HIV AIDS drive.
He noted that there were 20,000 to 50,000 HIV AIDS infected persons in Pakistan saying, people were being aware about this fatal disease.
The Prime Minister said that Pakistan wanted peaceful solutions of all disputes and had belief on harmony among different religions.
We favour enlightenment and moderation, he added.
He observed that publications of derogatory caricatures by Western media saddened Islamic world adding, these type of publications must be avoided.
Earlier in a meeting, both Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz and Ex US president Bill Clinton discussed matters of mutual interest, situation resulted after earthquake in Azad Kashmir and NWFP besides exchanging views on HIV AIDS control program.
Former US president formally signed memorandum for launching AIDS Control drive in Pakistan. According to memorandum, Clinton Foundation will provide medicines to Pakistan on low rates to control HIV AIDS.
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Clinton flays publications of blasphemous cartoons
Saturday February 18, 2006 (0158 PST)
ISLAMABAD: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton, left, and President General Pervez Musharraf chat during a meeting at the President House.
ISLAMABAD, February 18 (Online): Former US President Bill Clinton condoling the colossal loss of life and property in the October 8 earthquake said that not only US government but various US organizations are helping in the reconstruction process.
He was talking to President Musharraf during their meeting at the Aiwan-e-Sadr on Friday. The two dignitaries also exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, situation in quake hit areas, regional and international affairs
President Musharraf thanking the US government and its people for their support and assistance during the Oct 8 crisis said that US assistance in providing helicopters and military personal for the relief and rescue work was a great help and helped us to cope with this crisis in an amicable way.
President Musharraf also clarified Pakistan¹s stance on regional and international affairs and said that Pakistan is working for peace and stability in the region and we want to settle all issues with India peacefully. He said composite dialogue in this regard is continuing and we have suggested self governance and demilitarization proposals and we are optimistic that India would respond positively to our suggestions.
He however emphasized that without the settlement of the Kashmir issue lasting pace in South Asia would be a distant dream and US should continue playing its role in the Pak-India composite dialogue process so that the issue could be settled.
President also shared his views on nuclear proliferation, situation in Afghanistan, Middle East situation, war on terrorism and cooperation with the US in various sectors.
Former US President Bill Clinton lauding President Musharraf¹s policies against terrorism said that US regards Pakistan as its close ally and the way Pakistan has played a role in creating world peace and fighting against terrorism is laudable. He also hailed the economic policies of Pakistan.
Meanwhile, Former US president Bill Clinton criticized the publication of blasphemous cartoons by Western media and said that material that hurt sentiments of the followers of any religion should not be published.
"Media should avoid to publish that things which create gap among different religions", Clinton told media men after holding meeting with Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz in Prime Minister House here on Friday.
He noted that every one had right to opine but one could be allowed to write against any religion.
Former US president also lauded Pakistan¹s role in war against terrorism besides appreciating government¹s reforms policies.
He noted that Pakistan was on the way of progress due to its comprehensive reforms.
Clinton said that entire world including US was facing fatal disease of HIV AIDS adding, there was dire need of creating awareness among people about this disease.
Education and economic progress are the best way to be protected against this fatal disease, he maintained.
Speaking on the occasion, Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz offered thanks to former US president for visiting Pakistan to launch anti-HIV AIDS drive.
He noted that there were 20,000 to 50,000 HIV AIDS infected persons in Pakistan saying, people were being aware about this fatal disease.
The Prime Minister said that Pakistan wanted peaceful solutions of all disputes and had belief on harmony among different religions.
We favour enlightenment and moderation, he added.
He observed that publications of derogatory caricatures by Western media saddened Islamic world adding, these type of publications must be avoided.
Earlier in a meeting, both Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz and Ex US president Bill Clinton discussed matters of mutual interest, situation resulted after earthquake in Azad Kashmir and NWFP besides exchanging views on HIV AIDS control program.
Former US president formally signed memorandum for launching AIDS Control drive in Pakistan. According to memorandum, Clinton Foundation will provide medicines to Pakistan on low rates to control HIV AIDS.
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