Possible attacks on world cup cricket venues in India

(2011-03-10)

Commenting on news reports in the Indian media about planned terrorist attacks on Cricket World Cup venues in India launched from Pakistani soil, the Spokesperson said that terrorism has no borders. It is a vicious phenomenon that all must collectively confront.

Pakistan, itself a victim of terrorism, takes all such reports seriously. We hope that India will make fool-proof arrangements for the security of Cricket World Cup.

Separately, we have already conveyed our concerns about vituperative statements being made from within India about participation of Pakistan’s cricket team.

Pakistan looks forward to the forthcoming meeting of Secretaries Interior and Home to discuss, inter-alia, counter-terrorism.

Islamabad
10 March 2011

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