NSC takes stock of security situation after Swat terror attack

SLAMABAD: The National Security Committee (NSC) Friday took stock of the security situation in the country after terrorists attacked a school van in Swat, leaving the driver dead and a student injured. The NSC met at the Prime Minister’s Office under the chairmanship of PM Shehbaz Sharif, with federal ministers, lawmakers, services chiefs, and heads of intelligence agencies in attendance.
In the meeting, according to a statement from the PM’s Office, officials of the country’s security apparatus gave a briefing on the security situation — in light of the recent terrorist activities. The meeting made it clear that the blood of every citizen is precious and noted that the law will strictly deal with those involved in the bloodshed of innocents. “Our citizens rendered unprecedented sacrifices along with the armed forces and played a historic role in the war against terrorism,” read a statement.
The nation and state institutions are on the same page for the protection of the lives and properties of the people, the geographical integrity of Pakistan and for the rule of law. The forum decided to constitute an apex committee headed by PM Shahbaz and revive the National Counter-terrorism Authority (Nacta), which will work in collaboration with the provincial-level counter-terrorism departments to prevent any resurgence of terrorism in the country.
The meeting also approved more effective steps to ensure the security of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects, the statement mentioned. It added that Nacta would coordinate with the provinces to ensure the security of the projects. The anti-terrorism system will be upgraded and equipped with the latest technology, the meeting decided and vowed to ensure provisions of resources in this regard. The meeting praised the armed forces, rangers, police officers, and personnel from other law enforcement agencies (LEAs) for sacrificing their lives in the line of duty.