Hafiz Naeemur Rehman advocates for addressing China’s concerns regarding the CPEC

QUETTA, May 11 (SABAH): Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan Emir Engineer Hafiz Naeemur Rehman has advocated for addressing China’s concerns regarding the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), emphasizing that the people of Balochistan should receive their due share of benefits from the project.

Speaking at a large gathering in Quetta, Hafiz Naeemur Rehman urged the governments of Pakistan and Afghanistan to engage in dialogue to resolve misunderstandings, highlighting that any conflict between the two neighbors only serves the interests of the United States.

Hafiz Naeemur Rehman underscored that regional peace hinges upon fostering strong and cooperative relationships among Pakistan, Iran, and Afghanistan. Stressing the importance of peace for Balochistan’s prosperity, he asserted that this goal cannot be attained if the province’s people are continuously marginalized by the ruling authorities. He called for unity among the oppressed to assert their rights from those in power, criticizing the legitimacy of both federal and provincial governments, which were formed through fraudulent means.

Hafiz Naeemur Rehman insisted that true democracy requires honoring the will of the public and respecting constitutional principles. He chastised the ruling elite for undermining democratic values and emphasized the need for national dialogue focused on ensuring the rights of all Pakistani citizens. Hafiz Naeemur Rehman condemned those who exploit prejudices to divide the nation, asserting that unity is paramount in securing rights from the ruling class. He pledged to champion the cause of Balochistan nationwide and held local feudal lords equally accountable for the suffering of the Baloch people. Encouraging the province’s youth to join Jamaat-e-Islami in peaceful resistance for their rights.

Hafiz Naeemur Rehman highlighted the urgency of addressing the issue of missing persons in Balochistan, calling on the Chief Justice of Pakistan to intervene. Emir JI Pakistan reiterated that the people of Balochistan should have priority access to their region’s resources, blaming the ruling elite for perpetuating their deprivation. He urged improvements in the Riko Diq project and reaffirmed his commitment to advocating for Balochistan’s rights at every level.