Prime Minister Gilani's decision to convene an All-Parties Conference (APC), and extension of invitation to all major and minor party leaders and representatives of Pakistan to hold talks on Pakistan's stance against the US allegations, is welcomed as a positive move.
One of the main reasons for the current situation Pakistan is in is that political parties remain focused on blame-shifting and vote-gaining tactics. Nevertheless, the decision to hold such a conference was a democratic one.
For once we saw leaders put aside their differences and come together for a national cause. Their initiative to put Pakistan first is commendable and I hope that in future they can at least try to sit together to discuss the multi-faceted issues that need the participation of all the political heads of the country.
AKBAR SHEIKH Karachi