ISLAMABAD, Feb 12 (APP): Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, on Thursday underscored the urgent need to strengthen parliamentary oversight, enhance institutional capacity, and enact robust legislation to effectively combat terrorism and counter terrorist financing (CFT) in Pakistan.
He stressed that defeating terrorism requires not only security measures but also a coordinated national strategy rooted in legislative strength and institutional resilience.
Governor Kundi was addressing a national dialogue-based workshop titled “Enhancing Parliamentary Oversight and Institutional Capacities for Counter Terrorism (CT) and Countering Terrorist Financing (CFT)”, organized by the Sustainable Social Development Organization (SSDO) in Islamabad. Serving as the chief guest, he lauded SSDO for arranging what he termed a “timely and purposeful” platform for dialogue addressing the evolving security landscape in the country.
“These platforms are not just formal events—they create space for collective reflection, national harmony, and informed policymaking,” he said, adding that Pakistan continues to face significant threats to peace, social cohesion, and economic stability. The Governor noted that while Pakistan has achieved major gains through extensive security operations and institutional reforms, the resurgence of terrorism in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa highlights the need for renewed vigilance and strategic adaptation.
He emphasized that dismantling extremist structures requires a multi-pronged approach, including the elimination of terrorists’ digital communication networks and blocking their financial channels. “Parliament holds a central role in creating an effective national framework for counter-terrorism and financial oversight. Strong laws, backed by capable institutions, are essential to curb terrorist financing at its roots,” he stated.
Governor Kundi also paid glowing tribute to Pakistan’s law enforcement and security agencies, acknowledging their professionalism, courage, and sacrifices in safeguarding the nation against extremist threats.
The workshop brought together policymakers, security experts, and civil society representatives, providing a forum for evaluating current challenges and proposing strengthened legislative and institutional responses to CT and CFT.
The dialogue forms part of broader national efforts to coordinate policy, enhance oversight, and reinforce Pakistan’s commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms.