Continuous democracy must for political stability, says Sartaj Aziz

ISLAMABAD (Staff Report) - Special Advisor to Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz has said that continuity of democratic system is essential for the political stability of the country.

In an interview, he said Operation Zarb-e-Azb and National Action Plan are being successfully executed to eliminate terrorism and extremism.

Sartaj Aziz said terrorism has reduced by 60 to 70 per cent in Pakistan.

To a question, he said Pakistan Army has the ability to safeguard the country's frontiers.

He said the government is pursuing a foreign policy of peaceful neighborhood and for maintaining good and cordial ties with all countries.

Replying to a question, he said the whole nation is united and the government's policy is in right direction.

Sartaj Aziz said there is no apprehension of any economic instability in the country.