QUETTA: Chief Minister Balochistan Nawab Aslam Raisani denied any presence of Taliban Shura (council) in Quetta, He made clear to US Ambassador Cameron Munter, while meeting him here that Mullah Omar and Ayman al-Zawahiri are not in Pakistan,
Both Mr Raisani and Mr Munter agreed that a peaceful and prosperous Pakistan was in the region’s interest.
Regarding the issue of missing persons, Mr Raisani expressed his anxiety and said that the issue could lead to hostility between the parties. He further said that the government should bring the disgruntled groups in the national fold.
Mr Raisani also referred to recent sectarian attacks in the province and said those attempting to spark sectarian tensions in the region would not be allowed to succeed
