WR Desk: In a strong and optimistic message for peace and stability, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has said that a very welcome change that took place yesterday will now enable and empower the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to fight terrorism and eradicate it once and for all.

The Minister made the remarks while addressing the International Conference on Pakistan`s Evolving Counter-Terrorism Landscape, organized by the prestigious Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) in Islamabad.

Addressing a distinguished gathering of diplomats, security experts, scholars and international participants, Minister Tarar reaffirmed the resolve of the current government led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to restore complete peace across the country.

"We will achieve peace and eradicate terrorism not only from the face of Pakistan but also from the entire region. The people of this region deserve better. They deserve prosperity, welfare, and security," the Information Minister said.

He noted that the government fully understands the complex challenges faced by the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and is working with a clear strategy and strong political will to address them.

"We are faced with a conundrum, together, with willpower, determination, and inner strength, we will overcome these challenges because we understand them and have the capacity to overcome them," he added.

Observers at the conference said the Minister`s address reflected the current government`s people-centric approach to counter-terrorism, which empowers local communities, strengthens institutions, and prioritizes development and welfare alongside security operations.

The international conference, organized by ISSI, is seen as an important platform highlighting Pakistan`s evolving and successful counter-terrorism policy under the present government, which is gaining recognition for its commitment to regional peace and stability.