Munter participates in Pashtun tribal jirga in Quetta
April 30th, 2011 - 1:28 pm ICT by ANIQuetta, April 30(ANI): US Ambassador to Pakistan Cameron Munter has participated in a Pashtun tribal jirga in Quetta during his first trip to Balochistan.
The jirga was convened by Nawab Ayaz Jogezai, a Pashtun leader and convener of the Pashtun ulas qaumi jirga, who explained the working mechanisms of the jirga to Ambassador Munter.
The jirga, which brought together 16 Pashtun tribal leaders from Balochistan, discussed issues of mutual interest, including economic development and security.
Consul General William Martin accompanied Ambassador Munter throughout his visit, during which they met with numerous civil society, military, and tribal leaders.
“Balochistan is a proud province with a remarkable history, wonderful people, and strong traditions. I feel very fortunate to experience this firsthand by being included in this Pashtun tribal jirga,” the US Embassy quoted Ambassador Munter, as saying.
“By meeting face to face as we have today, we can address the difficult issues facing Balochistan province together, in a spirit of open communication and collaboration,” he added. (ANI)
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