Maryam Aurangzeb, the federal minister of Information &amp; Broadcasting in Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government, is in New York for the United Nations General Assembly as part of the Pakistani delegation. She spoke to WION's Anas Mallick about Pakistan's flood situation, among other issues.

Maryam slammed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, saying that amid the devastating floods, he has been simply creating political instability in the country.&nbsp;

"Political instability comes from only one person that is Imran Khan. The scale of this entire catastrophe and when we are still in the midst of this flood crisis, to date, he is doing only his usual political diatribe, name-calling, and political activities," she said.

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"He has been to visit the flood-affected areas once, only due to political pressure by the forces and people. One should not forget that he has two governments currently and has provided no constructive contribution to the flood victims."

"The only reason he is currently doing all this is because he has lost power, and influence, and wants to regain. I named him bluff master the other day. He thinks he can get away with everything when the situation is not at its very best. This political instability is really contributing to the economic unrest in Pakistan," she added.

When questioned about the country's expectations at the UN General Assembly, Maryam said that their primary goal is to draw attention to the current flood crisis in Pakistan.

"PM has made this point repeatedly in all of his bilaterals and engagements. In his discussions with international leaders, he has addressed the situation of the country and its people, as well as global warming and its repercussions, climate change, to which Pakistan contributes less than 1 per cent and ranks fifth among vulnerable countries," she said.

"His entire visit is focussed on his speech. What happens after his address will be critical. The devastation, economic impact, health impact, conditions of women and children, and food security is the entire composition of what Pakistan is focusing on," she added.

Maryam further said that they are focused on rebuilding infrastructure and rehabilitation.

"Financial institutions such as IMF and the World Bank have shown their current programmes are with Pakistan to give relief to the people of Pakistan. We are looking at different swaps when we talk about rebuilding infrastructure and rehabilitation. It is the second challenge for us that we are looking at," she said.

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Maryam Aurangzeb, the federal minister of Information & Broadcasting in Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government, is in New York for the United Nations General Assembly as part of the Pakistani delegation.

Maryam Aurangzeb, the federal minister of Information & Broadcasting in Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government, is in New York for the United Nations General Assembly as part of the Pakistani delegation. She spoke to WION's Anas Mallick about Pakistan's flood situation, among other issues. Maryam slammed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, saying that amid the devastating floods, he has been simply creating political instability in the country. "Political instability comes from only one person that is Imran Khan. The scale of this entire catastrophe and when we are still in the midst of this flood crisis, to date, he is doing only his usual political diatribe, name-calling, and political activities," she said. Also Read | UN memo says Pakistan should suspend debt repayments following devastating floods: Reports "He has been to visit the flood-affected areas once, only due to political pressure by the forces and people. One should not forget that he has two governments currently and has provided no constructive contribution to the flood victims." "The only reason he is currently doing all this is because he has lost power, and influence, and wants to regain. I named him bluff master the other day. He thinks he can get away with everything when the situation is not at its very best. This political instability is really contributing to the economic unrest in Pakistan," she added. When questioned about the country's expectations at the UN General Assembly, Maryam said that their primary goal is to draw attention to the current flood crisis in Pakistan. "PM has made this point repeatedly in all of his bilaterals and engagements. In his discussions with international leaders, he has addressed the situation of the country and its people, as well as global warming and its repercussions, climate change, to which Pakistan contributes less than 1 per cent and ranks fifth among vulnerable countries," she said. "His entire visit is focussed on his speech. What happens after his address will be critical. The devastation, economic impact, health impact, conditions of women and children, and food security is the entire composition of what Pakistan is focusing on," she added. Maryam further said that they are focused on rebuilding infrastructure and rehabilitation. "Financial institutions such as IMF and the World Bank have shown their current programmes are with Pakistan to give relief to the people of Pakistan. We are looking at different swaps when we talk about rebuilding infrastructure and rehabilitation. It is the second challenge for us that we are looking at," she said.

Exclusive | Maryam Aurangzeb slams Imran Khan for creating political instability amid devastating floods

In a strongly worded rebuttal, India slammed Pakistani Prime minister Imran Khan for his anti-India remarks in United Nations General Assembly(UNGA) speech, highlighting Islamabad's support for terror and religious persecution.

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Indian diplomat, Mijito Vinito snubbed <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-diplomat-walks-out-of-unga-hall-as-pak-pm-mentions-kashmir-in-speech-330306">Imran Khan's</a> speech by walking out from UNGA hall.

India's diplomat at Indian mission to United Nations in New York, Vinito said during the right to reply: "This is the same country that provides pensions for dreaded and listed terrorists out of State funds" and the "same country that has the dubious distinction of hosting the largest number of terrorists proscribed by the United Nations".

He recalled how Imran Khan had referred to terrorist Osama Bin Laden as a “martyr” in the Pakistani Parliament in July and last year had admitted that his country has about 30,000-40,000 terrorists and have fought in Afghanistan and in the Indian Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

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On religious persecution, the Indian diplomat said, "This is the country that has systematically cleansed its minorities including Hindus, Christians, Sikhs and others, through the abuse of its blasphemy laws and through forced religious conversions."

"The only crowning glory that this country has to show to the world for the last 70 years is terrorism, ethnic cleansing, majoritarian fundamentalism, and clandestine nuclear trade," he said.

Reminding Pakistan that Jammu and Kashmir is an "integral and inalienable part of India", he said, "What should rather be on the agenda of the UN is Pakistan’s deep state and its unrelenting political and financial support to terrorist organizations and mercenaries which are a threat to global peace and security."&nbsp;

Earlier, Indian envoy to UN, T. S. Tirumurti strongly reacted to Khan's speech tweeting that it is "a new diplomatic low". Indian PM Narendra Modi will address the UNGA later today at 6:30 pm.

In a strongly worded rebuttal, India slammed Pakistani Prime minister Imran Khan for his anti-India remarks in United Nations General Assembly(UNGA) speech, highlighting Islamabad's support for terror and religious persecution.

In a strongly worded rebuttal, India slammed Pakistani Prime minister Imran Khan for his anti-India remarks in United Nations General Assembly(UNGA) speech, highlighting Islamabad's support for terror and religious persecution. Also Read | Funds being collected by proscribed terror outfits in name of charity, India hits out at Pak Indian diplomat, Mijito Vinito snubbed Imran Khan's speech by walking out from UNGA hall. India's diplomat at Indian mission to United Nations in New York, Vinito said during the right to reply: "This is the same country that provides pensions for dreaded and listed terrorists out of State funds" and the "same country that has the dubious distinction of hosting the largest number of terrorists proscribed by the United Nations". He recalled how Imran Khan had referred to terrorist Osama Bin Laden as a “martyr” in the Pakistani Parliament in July and last year had admitted that his country has about 30,000-40,000 terrorists and have fought in Afghanistan and in the Indian Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Also Read: At UN, India raises the issue of misuse of blasphemy laws by Pakistan against minorities On religious persecution, the Indian diplomat said, "This is the country that has systematically cleansed its minorities including Hindus, Christians, Sikhs and others, through the abuse of its blasphemy laws and through forced religious conversions." "The only crowning glory that this country has to show to the world for the last 70 years is terrorism, ethnic cleansing, majoritarian fundamentalism, and clandestine nuclear trade," he said. Reminding Pakistan that Jammu and Kashmir is an "integral and inalienable part of India", he said, "What should rather be on the agenda of the UN is Pakistan’s deep state and its unrelenting political and financial support to terrorist organizations and mercenaries which are a threat to global peace and security." Earlier, Indian envoy to UN, T. S. Tirumurti strongly reacted to Khan's speech tweeting that it is "a new diplomatic low". Indian PM Narendra Modi will address the UNGA later today at 6:30 pm.

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Exclusive | Maryam Aurangzeb slams Imran Khan for creating political instability amid devastating floods

India slams Pak PM Imran Khan at UN, highlights Islamabad's support for terror, religious persecution