Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi has reaffirmed that the establishment of peace and stability, protection of public rights, and safeguarding of the province’s natural resources remain the government’s foremost priorities, stressing that strict action must be taken against companies involved in illegal activities, as well as their local facilitators, financial backers, and those providing them with logistical and operational support.
Speaking to the media, Governor Faisal Karim Kundi emphasised that action against companies involved in illegal activities should not remain limited to their owners or directly responsible individuals. Instead, all those facilitating, financing, or supporting their operations must also be identified and held accountable.
He stressed the need to trace the local facilitators and financial supporters behind such companies, adding that even those paying their internet and other operational expenses should be investigated to establish the nature and extent of their involvement. He underlined that accountability must extend to every individual and network enabling illegal activities.
“Our foremost agenda is to establish peace in the province,” the Governor stated, emphasising that protecting citizens’ rights and ensuring an environment in which people can live peacefully is the government’s fundamental responsibility.
He categorically maintained that no one would be allowed to plunder or illegally exploit Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s natural resources. The province’s resources belong to its people, and their rights must be protected at every level. He stressed that the exploitation of natural wealth through unlawful means would not be tolerated and that the interests of local communities must remain paramount.
Referring to the recently held Minerals and Mining Conference in Islamabad, Governor Faisal Karim Kundi highlighted its significance in promoting Pakistan’s mineral potential and attracting international investment. He noted that the conference was attended by a large number of delegates from different countries, providing an important platform for provinces to showcase their natural resources, discuss investment opportunities, and explore avenues for cooperation with international stakeholders.
He added that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa also presented and highlighted its considerable potential in the minerals and mining sector, bringing the province’s investment opportunities and mineral wealth to the attention of national and international participants.
The Governor expressed his gratitude to the Prime Minister, Field Marshal, and Ministry of Petroleum for bringing all provincial governments and international delegates together under one roof. He said the initiative provided a valuable opportunity to present Pakistan’s mineral resources and investment potential to the international community and promote a coordinated approach towards developing the country’s mineral sector.
Governor Faisal Karim Kundi stressed that sustainable development of the province’s natural resources must go hand in hand with peace, transparency, accountability, and protection of public rights. He maintained that economic opportunities and investment should benefit the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa rather than become a source of unlawful exploitation.
Peace, protection of public rights, and safeguarding the province’s natural wealth are non-negotiable priorities. No company, individual, facilitator, or financial backer should be allowed to operate above the law or exploit the resources that rightfully belong to the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
