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‘No one has power to dissolve assemblies’: PM

By admin | July 25, 2008

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Yousuf Reza Gillani Friday stated in unequivocal terms that “no one has the power to dissolve the country’s assemblies.”

Talking to senior journalists and columnists here, the Prime Minister said all the issues including judges restoration and President’s impeachment will be resolved in the Parliament.

He said unlike previous governments, the purpose of his scheduled visit to the US is not to strike any kind of deal. All the decisions will be made for the greater interest of the country, he added.

The Premier said important issues including the scourge of terrorism will come under discussion during meeting with the US leaders.

Replying a question regarding US and Saudi aid, he said the good news will be shared with the people as soon as the country receives it.

The Prime Minister clarified that the federal government had not made any agreements and that the NWFP government made all the accords.

“Talks are being held only with the peace-loving people and that the proceeds of narcotics from NWFP are being used in the purchase of weapons,” he said adding the government will react with full force if the government of NWFP is challenged.

Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani said his government is taking steps for improving the living condition of the poor.

The government had to shift the burden of soaring oil prices due to the flawed policies of the previous government, he said.

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