Role of minorities: Archbishop of Canterbury meets Sartaj

ISLAMABAD: Archbishop of Canterbury Rt Hon Justin Welby met Adviser to Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz on Saturday. The archbishop was briefed about the role of minorities in Pakistan’s development and steps by the government for their welfare. The adviser also highlighted the important role being played by Pakistan’s Christian community in the country’s development. He also explained the important progress, achieved in Pakistan in strengthening of democratic institutions, in launching an effective counter-terrorism campaign and reviving the economy. Aziz briefed the archbishop on the measures taken by the government for ensuring the welfare and security of the religious minorities. The archbishop acknowledged the sacrifices rendered by Pakistan in the fight against terrorism. He also applauded the steps taken by the government for protecting the rights of minorities and called for greater interfaith dialogue.

Published in The Express Tribune, November 20^th, 2016.