By Moayyed Jafri

LAHORE: The significance and responsibility of the ìAman Ki Aashaî (AKA) project has increased exponentially with the recent Indo-Pak relations at government levels leaving much to be desired.

This was stated by the Vice Chairperson (Punjab) of the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan, Dr Mehdi Hassan, in an exclusive interview with The News. He said that the project was a much-needed initiative taken by major media groups at both sides of the border and the souring relationship between both the countries called for such dedicated efforts.

He said that the history of the two countries indicated that despite the bumpy relationships between their governments, people on both sides of the border were in favour of friendly ties between the neighbours.

He said that as both countries had democratic governments, thus, this public opinion should translate into policy-making of the two governments. He praised the efforts of Times of India and The Jang Group in identifying this channel to pursue both countries to resolving their differences. He said that peace and harmony between both the countries was of pivotal importance.
Source: The News
Date:2/4/2010