Why did General Kayani chair a meeting of key federal secretaries at the army headquarters?
Strange things happen in the Islamic (military) Republic of Pakistan. For the first time in Pakistan’s history, a meeting of federal secretaries was presided over by a military chief in a civilian set-up. Where are we heading to? Have our real masters in the GHQ decided to be a bit more candid in demonstration and exercise of their power? Was that a signal to civilian bureaucrats about whose interests they are ‘expected’ to serve (i.e. ignore your civilian rulers; generals call the shots in the land of the pure). Here is a news report in Dawn which is worth reading and worrying.
First secretaries’ meeting chaired by army chief
By Khaleeq Kiani
Wednesday, 17 Mar, 2010
ISLAMABAD, March 16: Chief of the Army Staff General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani presided over on Tuesday a meeting of key federal secretaries at the General Headquarters (GHQ) to finalise agenda for the upcoming strategic dialogue with the US administration.
According to sources, federal secretaries for finance, foreign affairs, commerce and agriculture, along with the secretary in charge of information technology and petroleum, attended the meeting.
The meeting was part of a consultative process of civil and military bureaucracy to forge a consensus on key security and economic issues confronting the nation amid ongoing efforts against militancy and for strategic relations with key world powers.
The sources said the meeting had exchanged views on what should be the country’s priorities in the light of public demands, Pakistan’s anxieties and long-term national interests.
A secretary said the meeting was originally scheduled to be held at the ministry of foreign affairs, but was subsequently moved to the GHQ. He said it was the first-ever meeting of federal secretaries presided over by a military chief in a civilian set-up.
Also, of interest is Kayani’s meeting with Shahbaz Sharif:
An inside story of yesterday’s ‘call-on’ was making rounds in the cafeteria about the infamous last-minute call from the Rawalpindi Garrisons to Shahbaz Sharif and his 15-minute stay with ‘the man in uniform’. The meeting was crispy, to the point and ended with a ‘you may leave’ note, said the moles.
A party insider disclosed that there is nothing wrong with the ADC calling SS to see the chief. He said both Sharifs have been so used to landing at the GHQ since the Ziaul Haq days that they often forget democracy has returned to the country. He said SS, in particular, loved to have tea in the lush green lawns of the army houses, and whenever he left Model town, in the old days, or Jati Umra, now, he would call the ADC to enjoy habitual tea with the chief.
http://dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2010\03\17\story_17-3-2010_pg7_1
Mairay azeez ham watano, Aap key pur zore israar per main aap ko corrupt politicians kay kartooton se nijaat dilanay aya hoon. main aur mairay rufaqa (munawar hassan, imran khan, shahid masood, roedad khan, hamid gul) aglay das saal aap logon ki khidmat karain gay.
min janib,
Salar-e-Aala Ashfaq Pervez Kayani
Zia’s new Avatar…….
Kayani is going to destroy Pakistan!
Meray Aziz Hamwatno
2. May 2008
Extraordinary Rendition
by: Hakim Hazik
My dear Pakistani Brothers And Sisters,
At the stroke of midnight hour, on behalf of the valiant armed forces, I have taken over control as the Caliph of God on Earth, Emir of the Faithful, Chief Martial Law Administrator and President of the Moderately Islamic Republic of Pakistan.
Dear Brothers And Sisters,
Since the elections on 18th of February, the law and order in the country has deteriorated rapidly. The most sacred state institutions, such as the office of the President Tinpot has been held up to most vicious ridicule. We had to act to meet the nation’s expectations and we have performed our duty.
I have dissolved the parliament, and ordered that the prime minister and his cabinet be held in protective custody till the law and order is restored and the economy is back on track. This process should take no more than 10 years. I have appointed Gen. Zarrar Azim, the Minister of Finance. Gen. Azim is well known for his prudent management of national real estate assets. And has proven his mettle and his courage by developing hugely profitable enterprises in times of war and peace.
To promote trade and to kick start the economic recovery, I have appointed Admiral Mansoor ul Haq, the Minister Of Commerce. He is renowned across the world for his expertise in international trade. He has been instrumental in transferring modern technology to our armed forces and has taken keen interest in the development of international offshore banking.
The enemies of the state have infiltrated our most prestigious institutions, including the judiciary. I have appointed Mr Abdul Qayyum Malik, the Chief Justice of Pakistan. During the present turbulent times, Mr Malik has stood like a rock to support the rule of law and democracy. He has been a beacon to hope for the beleaguered legal fraternity. He has had a distinguished legal career and has repeatedly demonstrated his outstanding devotion and commitment to the constitution. The recordings of his erudite discourses on legal matters have made him a celebrity on the World Wide Web. I urge you all to acknowledge his strength of character and his profound learning.
We can not allow the most salacious and derogatory broadcasts to continue in the name of the freedom of the media. The valiant armed forces of this great country as well as the civilian armed forces, will not rest in peace till a thorough and conclusive chastisement is applied to Dr Butt’s butt. According to our legal experts this can be achieved by issuing an executive order, and a constitutional amendment will not be required. This agenda will be speedily achieved within 30 days of the establishment of this government. In the meanwhile, Dr Butt will be advised, under MLRO 1, not to move the aforementioned item abroad. To ensure compliance the aforementioned item will be placed on the exit control list.
The unnecessary profusion of the satellite channels will be curtailed. They add to an environment of cacophony and dissent and distract attention from our national goals. Only one news channel will be allowed, called the ISPR Channel.
The road ahead is difficult, but together we will reach our destination. One faith, one nation, one goal, one channel.
http://www.umersami.com/JDP/post/2008/05/02/Meray-Aziz-Hamwatno.aspx
See Also: Defence Forces Corruption
http://www.ppp.com.pk/dfc/corrupt_mush_generals.html
Do not blame Ashfaq Pervaiz Kyani, as Politicians are to be blamed for all this, if they can not work according to the wish of People of Pakistan then they are giving chance to people like Pervaiz Musharaf , Zial Haq , Ayub Khan and now they are invitingh Ashfaq Pervaiz Kiyani as well. My Friends who is to blame, politicians or him.
PPP government should not allow this. Army must be leash.Aya mera ppp walooo aur kithna lahoo doo gaa nd kub tuk compromise kerta rahooo gaa……As Asma Jalani said in some tv show that PPP must stop army intervention in govt matters.
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