Chairman of the Pakistan Ulema Council Hafiz Muhammad Tahir Mahmood Ashrafi has welcomed Major General Faisal Naseer’s appointment as National Coordinator of the National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA).
Ashrafi described the appointment as an important and timely decision for Pakistan’s fight against terrorism and extremism.
He said Pakistan is passing through a critical phase in its efforts to counter security threats. Therefore, effective coordination among national institutions remains essential.
Ashrafi Praises Faisal Naseer’s Experience
Ashrafi described Major General Faisal Naseer as a capable, experienced and professional military officer.
He said Faisal Naseer has extensive experience in national security and counterterrorism matters.
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According to Ashrafi, the general has consistently placed the interests of his command, institution and Pakistan above personal interests.
Ashrafi said these qualities make him suitable for the important responsibility at NACTA.
National Strategy Needed to Fight Terrorism
Ashrafi said Pakistan cannot eliminate terrorism through operations against militants alone.
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He stressed the need for a coordinated national strategy that also targets terrorist facilitators, financial networks and organizational structures.
He also called for stronger action against extremist ideologies that can support or encourage violence.
According to Ashrafi, NACTA must play a more active role in coordinating these efforts.
Better Intelligence Sharing Is Essential
Ashrafi also emphasized the importance of intelligence sharing among state institutions.
He said effective coordination can help security agencies identify threats and respond to them more efficiently.
Furthermore, he called for the full implementation of Pakistan’s National Action Plan.
He said stronger institutional coordination and information sharing would support the country’s wider counterterrorism strategy.
Expectations From NACTA Under New Leadership
Ashrafi expressed confidence that Faisal Naseer could help make NACTA more active and effective.
He also expected stronger coordination between NACTA and other relevant state institutions.
The Pakistan Ulema Council chairman said improved coordination would help authorities address terrorism, extremism and their support networks more effectively.
Ashrafi Calls Appointment a Key Step
Ashrafi said Faisal Naseer’s assumption of the NACTA responsibility could become an important milestone in Pakistan’s counterterrorism efforts.
He expressed hope that the appointment would contribute to the elimination of terrorism and extremism and support the effective implementation of the National Action Plan.
Ashrafi concluded by expressing optimism that stronger institutional cooperation would help Pakistan achieve greater security and stability.
