Because it is a chicken and egg situation. Players won't tour without the illusion of safety and protection.
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Because it is a chicken and egg situation. Players won't tour without the illusion of safety and protection.
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Mostly the deluded Indians who bring it up. They think the situation in Pakistan is the same as in Afghanistan.
They think bombs go off every day it's kinda amusing tbh
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PCB waiting for details from SLC on security threat on Lankan players: source
Karachi, Sep 12 Pakistan''s cricket authorities remained on tenterhooks on Thursday awaiting word from Cricket Sri Lanka on the upcoming ODI and T20 Internationals series.
Sources close to the Board told that till Thursday the Sri Lankan cricket authorities had not shared any information with the PCB on their Prime Minister''s Office having received reliable information of a possible terrorist threat on the national team of the island country while touring Pakistan.
"The PCB is waiting for some response on the tour and unless intelligence is shared what can the PCB say how reliable it is. Yes there have been background contacts but nothing definite has come out of it yet," one source said.
The PCB had confirmed it would be hosting the Sri Lankan team for the series from September 25 even after SLC announced that 10 of its main players, including ODI captain Dimuth Karunaratne and T20 skipper Lasith Malinga, have pulled out due to security concerns.
But hours after announcing the ODI and T20 squads for the Pakistan tour, the Sri Lankan board came out with a statement, saying it was reassessing the security situation in Pakistan ahead of the team''s scheduled departure.
The reassessment was based on a warning the SLC received from the Prime Minister''s Office, sent via the Ministry of Telecommunication, Foreign Employment and Sports.
Sri Lanka are due to play three ODIs in Karachi, followed by as many T20Is in Lahore between September 27 and October 9 and it will be the first time after 2009 that Pakistan would be hosting a top tier team for such a long period.
Another source aware of developments in the PCB said the high-ups were concerned and a bit surprised at the Sri Lankans not having shared any information as yet on the possible threat.
Pakistan is banking on the tour by Sri Lanka to also convince foreign players to come and play the entire Pakistan Super League''s 5th edition in Pakistan.
https://www.outlookindia.com/newssc...urity-threat-on-lankan-players-source/1617627
Karachi, Sep 12 Pakistan''s cricket authorities remained on tenterhooks on Thursday awaiting word from Cricket Sri Lanka on the upcoming ODI and T20 Internationals series.
Sources close to the Board told that till Thursday the Sri Lankan cricket authorities had not shared any information with the PCB on their Prime Minister''s Office having received reliable information of a possible terrorist threat on the national team of the island country while touring Pakistan.
"The PCB is waiting for some response on the tour and unless intelligence is shared what can the PCB say how reliable it is. Yes there have been background contacts but nothing definite has come out of it yet," one source said.
The PCB had confirmed it would be hosting the Sri Lankan team for the series from September 25 even after SLC announced that 10 of its main players, including ODI captain Dimuth Karunaratne and T20 skipper Lasith Malinga, have pulled out due to security concerns.
But hours after announcing the ODI and T20 squads for the Pakistan tour, the Sri Lankan board came out with a statement, saying it was reassessing the security situation in Pakistan ahead of the team''s scheduled departure.
The reassessment was based on a warning the SLC received from the Prime Minister''s Office, sent via the Ministry of Telecommunication, Foreign Employment and Sports.
Sri Lanka are due to play three ODIs in Karachi, followed by as many T20Is in Lahore between September 27 and October 9 and it will be the first time after 2009 that Pakistan would be hosting a top tier team for such a long period.
Another source aware of developments in the PCB said the high-ups were concerned and a bit surprised at the Sri Lankans not having shared any information as yet on the possible threat.
Pakistan is banking on the tour by Sri Lanka to also convince foreign players to come and play the entire Pakistan Super League''s 5th edition in Pakistan.
https://www.outlookindia.com/newssc...urity-threat-on-lankan-players-source/1617627
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I am sure safety and security comes above everything else, cricketers are paid sportsmen nor army men, SL board cannot force the players against their will. I understand you feel betrayed as a Pak fan but player's lives are worth much much more than your feelings.
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Cricketers lives are more important here but if the tour should go on then they'er going to have to do the same thing for the Zimbabwe team back in 2015 by having the Pak army surrounding the ground and ensure nothing happens. If we cannot provide that then cancel the tour.
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Funny thing is out of frustration they compare Pak's security situation with India's that hosts a wide array of international events, frequented by global celebs, performers, entertainers and visited by millions of foreign tourists every year.
Personally I have nothing but sympathy for Pak fans who has been deprived of cricket for so long but they must understand getting cricket back will be a gradual process and will take decades of work to win back the trust. PCB can't go all arm twisting, muscle flexing on cricket boards. They tried the same against BD, ended up antagonizing a friendly board.
They can compare with India or whichever country they want to compare against as long as the comparison is logically reasonable. Statistically, Pakistan is very safe in 2019. As safer or safer than when teams used to regularly visit Pakistan.
As for the tussle against BCB, they were the ones that did not follow up on their promise. They shouldn't have made a promise if they taught the security situation (at least at the time) was untenable.
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India is 10th on the list for the most no. of attacks in 2018.
You also have other problems to deal with such as assault on foreign women
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Its Presidential security guys, stop acting like something would get through, jeezus christ
This has nothing to do with Pak fan feelings. The reality is based on statistics of the past few years the SL team is just as likely to be in danger in Colombo or Dhaka or Christchurch. Violent terrorist incidents have not occurred in Lahore or Karachi in a while. This is all political.
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Just move the tour to UAE again and get on with the cricket. to much time wasting going on here.
I agree, if this tour is canceled, that would be a huge boost to the trouble makers/terrorists. Anyone from any where could send a threatening email to cricket board of countries like Pak, SL, India and BD and tour would be in jeopardy. Make sure safety of the players and spectators, which can be done and go on with the tour. It would be a new norm now.
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Every country has issues with domestic law and order , you are probably more likely to get mugged in inner city NY than Orangi town or Dharavi. My point is Pakistan is considered a war torn and dangerous country outside Pak and it will take you decades of hard work to change the perception.
Not sure why you are hell bent on bringing India here, it is your country that is scarcely visited by foreigners not mine, attended a Coldplay concert sometimes back, been to Metallica event twice, stuff like that is normal in India and unthinkable in Pakistan. If you are so sure about the safety and security of your country you should spend more time convincing people to visit Pak than debating random Indians online. You have my best wishes on that.
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In that case please keep trying, I am sure as soon as they get to know Pak is as safe as Christchurch people will flock to Lahore and Karachi.
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Of course they can compare with whichever country they deem fit to compare like the other poster just mentioned that Pak is as safe as Christchurch. Just that most people outside Pakistan are not sold on that notion.
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Bryan Adams, Edward Maya, Ottiia, Diplo have been performing in Pakistan, other artists as well. Davis Cup matches have been taking place for a couple of years now along with other sports. Football events including Ronaldhino, Kaka etc took place not too long ago and WWE wrestlers came in as well. Other posters can be be shed more light as I might be missing many names snd events. Number of cricketing event as well including the emerging nations Asia Cup last year and number of limited over series and PSL matches in last 2-3 years.
This was just to give you a glimpse which I am pretty sure you didnt know about and maybe not even thought of researching because you believe in your pre conceived assumptions.
Yes there is still stigma attached however as [MENTION=149383]Ronaldo7[/MENTION] has mentioned that other countries including India arent as safe as they portray to be rather worse in few regards recently so nobody should have any problem if PCB wants to portray a good image for playing cricket in Pakistan even though the cricketing world is becoming notorious for its hypocrisy but its still worth a try.
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When did Adams visit Pakistan? Yes in 2006!! Really? and I have never heard about the rest of the names you mentioned, don't wanna google so I believe you no questions asked but pretty sure no A-listers visited Pak since Adams. Pakistan was forced to host it's Davis cup ties at neutral venues until last year as players refused to travel, please correct me if I am wrong on that. Kaka, Ronaldinho used to be big names and Kudos for hosting them. And bro even you know having the emerging Asia cup thingy or hosting a few PSL matches doesn't really mean much in the grand scheme of things but yes it is a start and I will give you that.
You have every right to glorify and portray shining images of your country and I am completely irrelevant in that matter, just that I didn't like the way some posters here calling SL players gutless and other things.
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They were to host India in a davis cup match and it has been postponed.
I think you conveniently ignored the second sentence of my post which explains why, using data that is undisputable, certain comparisons are not as ridiculous as you make them appear.
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Other matches are already taking place.
This is the latest info regarding Indo Pak clash.
https://news.yahoo.com/islamabad-kept-host-pakistan-india-173438166.html
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When did I say they are household names but they a known artists and you can check that with a simple google search.
I also mentioned regarding Davis Cup myself that for couple of years it has been happening in Pakistan.
Athletes of any sport or any country care for their lives.
Lol! You are seriously acting like all A graders travel to India every other week. You might find handful of A list artists performing in India in last decade if I am not wrong. However, thats not point of discussion and in terms of safety India has a better image currently than Pakistan but that doesnt mean its a safe heaven as statistics will prove. So point being its all about the image which improves with time.
Also never said that every top event of the world is taking place in Pakistan or to represent any shining images. Point is to manifest that things are improving and will get better with time.
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Sorry don't really consider DJs as musician or even artists for that matter. Anyways I can guess with your tone that you perhaps got me wrong, I am not accusing you of lying or anything, apologies if you found me rude.
I think you are wrong on this one, if it is not too much of a trouble can you post a source for that? Don't think any Davis cup matches were held in Pak even last year but I could be wrong though. Too sleepy now to search it myself.
May be not every other week but more frequently than most Asian countries. Bands like Poets of the fall performed in college festivals here for crying out loud!!
I have absolutely no issues with Pakistanis trying to portray a positive image of their country here, it is only normal, but when India's name was unnecessarily dragged in for point scoring I had to step in and reply back. I hope you understand.
I can agree with that.
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Firstly, how is pakistan war torn?
Like wth
This is the ignorance I'm talking about
People think pakistan is the same as afghanistan.
The "war" is limited to the FATA regions and even that is approaching its end. In Afghanistan the war is nationwide.
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Tourism in Pak has increased from 500k in 2013 to 2 million in 2018. It is obvious why.
Terrorism has decreased massively hence people are starting to come.
You're getting salty and saying stuff like "scarcely visited" lol
You're so ignorant. A typical Indian twitterati.
A place with 2 million visitors is scarcely visited now is it???
What would you call afghanistan then? The country which has 20k visitors per year?
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Terrorism has decreased massively hence people are starting to come.
You're getting salty and saying stuff like "scarcely visited" lol
You're so ignorant. A typical Indian twitterati.
A place with 2 million visitors is scarcely visited now is it???
What would you call afghanistan then? The country which has 20k visitors per year?
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Good luck trying to change perception with your indisputable data.
Perception is being changed.
500k visited pak in 2013 compared to 2 million in 2018.
It's your ignorance not the general public's if you think the perception ain't changing
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Seriously man!! A war spanning almost two decades in two out of four of your provinces that killed thousands, internally displaced millions and squeezed billions of dollars out of economy and you are posting this? When your army is using tanks, fighter aircrafts and every other war machines possible well inside your border it is no longer counter terrorism it is war.
Why you always bring Afghanistan or India in your posts? I thought the topic is about SL players refusing to visit Pak. You can't really elevate your country by demeaning other nations.
Good luck trying to change perception with your indisputable data.
You are again sidestepping my point. Yes, perception doesn't change overnight even if ground reality is the same. However, my point is that based on the data, the comparison with India is not unreasonable, which is what you initially suggested.
Two out of four provinces? Even if its now limited to small pockets within those provinces now? I think you are stuck in 2010 or something. Based on your posts, you are clearly not aware of how different things are in 2019. What you are saying would have made sense in 2010, it does not make sense in 2019.
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Can you provide a source for that? I think the numbers you gave are mostly people of Pakistani origin although I won't mind if you can prove me wrong.
I know terrorism incidents has decreased because I read and research most people don't, which is why it will take you decades to change that perception.
You are the one calling players gutless for refusing to go to a place they feel unsafe and I am the salty one?
Again why man? why would you bring Afghanistan into discussion? Haven't they suffered enough? Haven't you suffered enough? haven't we? It is almost like you getting some weird pleasure pointing towards them saying "hey you think we are ***up, have a look at them then talk". Really didn't expect this from you man.
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The intensity may have decreased but the insurgency is still ongoing, correct? If things are this hunky-dory as you say they are then why still teams and players are refusing to tour Pak? I might be an ignorant guy but there are surely uber knowledgeable people running ECB, ACB and other boards, shouldn't they be knowing more than me? Why are they not sending their teams? If the data you say so indisputable and trustworthy why it has failed to change the perception?
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I am too tired and sleepy now, I will gather my thoughts and get back to you on this tomorrow.
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I bring up Afghanistan coz you think we're in a similar state. Don't act like the good cop here you called pak "war torn".
https://www.dawn.com/news/1403800
This is from 2017. 2018 it was 1.9 mil.
And what do you mean most were Pakistanis?
Don't make me laugh.
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What insurgency are you talking about?
Balochistan? That's a very low level insurgency
If you're talking about North Waziristan then that area was cleared out last year.
Operation zarb e azb lasted from 2014 to 2018 iirc. It cleared out the area completely
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I'm not demeaning anyone.
It's clear you think Pakistan is in a similar state to Afg. It's extremely clear by your .posts.
I'm just debunking this claim and don't act like you like afghanis.
Nearly 50% of Afghanistan is controlled by militant groups but no, all afghanis are not terrorists.
But none of pak's land is controlled by militant groups but all Pakistanis are terrorists.
Make up your mind
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'War torn' is a fact since you fought a war and in some parts it is still ongoing. However unlike you I don't take any pleasure stating this fact.
You got so excited searching for that link that you didn't read-up yourself, around 30% of the tourists were domestic travelers and almost 300000 were from India and AFG (2018 numbers), mostly pilgrims and people visiting families.
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Please read up, they clearly didn't do a good job clearing the area
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Terrorist_incidents_in_Pakistan_in_2019
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Are you high? I didn't even mention Afghanistan in my posts until you bring it up, Jesus Christ!!Where did I claim the bold part? Are you even capable of a civilized debate?
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You seriously need some comprehension classes. Trust.
I told you about the insurgency in balochistan and guess what... all except one of these attacks were in Balochistan.
I don't see NW anywhere.
I can't be asked to argue with a person who can't even read properly.
Move along.
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Looks like you need some maths tuition too.
30% of 2 million = 600k
600k+300k = 900k
1.9 million-900k = 1 million foreign tourists
Guess what...
Double the amount of the total tourists in 2013
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Come down and take a deep breath. I don't mind your cheap personal attacks but you need to read and research more if you want to sound credible and be taken seriously. Out of the attacks listed at least two of them were claimed by TTP who operate from NW and this proves that the operation wasn't a success despite claimed so by your Army.
I totally expect you to come again with some more incoherent ramblings and personal attacks, but I will continue to spoon-feed you facts.
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For some reason I am not able to find a single credible non-Pakistani source that supports this million tourist arrival data claimed my Pak government. Checked worldbank, CEIC data etc. but the number of arrivals has not been updated since 2012!! I wonder why!!
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I think Lahore and Karachi are pretty safe now. I haven't heard any incident from there in a long time.
Teams should start visiting.
Teams should start visiting.
Lot of indian concerts don't even have proper sceurities. You just walk in lol. The situation in Pak and India are very different. No minority from Pak I've met have said positive things.
"decreased" is putting it mildly. The number of attacks, the number of fatalities due to attacks, is down 85-90% from the peak. For all practical purposes, the security situation now is as good as can be reasonably expected. The data speaks volumes really.
As for why teams are refusing to tour, I think you seem to be presenting a false dilemma argument, where your two choices are that either your country is a war zone that no one wants to visit, or that you are a peaceful country that a lot of people want to visit. There's not much room for nuances and granularity in your arguments. The scars from the Sri Lankan team attack, as well as the terrorism in Pakistan from 2009-2014 in Pakistan is still fresh in the minds of many.
As far as tourism goes, you can now see many famous vloggers on Youtube touring Pakistan. I can literally count at least a dozen famous vloggers who have visited in the last 6 months alone and have made several (some made dozen or more) videos about their experiences. Even forbes mentioned Pakistan as a place to visit in 2019. So yes, perception is changing. Cricket boards are still stuck in the past and these things take time to change. My point being, the way you are describing things appear more in line with the reality of 2010 than the reality of 2019, and that your false dilemma argument also doesn't make any sense.
I think you need to understand what war torn actually means. And it is definitely not a "fact". In "some parts" means chasing down terrorist cells now. It is not like circa 2013-2016 when there were wide scale military operations. Now it's primarily intelligence borne targeted operations. Again, the way you talk makes it appear you are stuck in 2010.
Which operation was not a success?
I again direct you to the following data:
https://www.satp.org/satporgtp/countries/pakistan/database/casualties.htm
Check numbers from 2009-2013, and then from 2018 and the partial numbers for 2019. Is your expectation that there have to be zero attacks for it to be successful? If that's the case, are European, NZ, Indian security forces a failure?
Where is tourism data from other countries generally published?
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Why are you talking about something you have no knowledge about?
Are you saying Op Zarb e azb wasn't successful
I'm actually done with you
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Don't wonder about anything.
You're too deluded. You think news agencies would lie about this?
Why did they not lie in 2013 when our tourists decreased by 50%? Huh?
This ain't Indian media, the powerhouse of fake news
"In 2015, Pakistan welcomed 563,000 overseas arrivals. That figure rose to 965,000 in 2016, 1.6 million in 2017 and 1.9 million last year."
https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&s...BRAB&usg=AOvVaw3F4PByup4LjhS6esvoqVZp&cf=1
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Pretty Happy With Pakistan's Security Plan For Sri Lankan Team: Thirimanne
ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 14th Sep, 2019 ):Sri Lanka's stand-in ODI captain Lahiru Thirimanne has said that he is happy with the security plan given by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for his team's upcoming tour to Pakistan.
"SLC (Sri Lanka Cricket) has presented us the security plan which we are getting in Pakistan so I'm pretty happy with that and I explained to my family as well, so they don't have a concern since we represent our country," website bdcrictime.com quoted him as saying on Saturday.
He said his team's focus was not the security but cricket. "I think it's another series for me as a player. Because I know this (captaincy) is just for three matches.
"Dimuth Karunaratne has been doing a great job leading and it's important that we play our best brand of cricket whatever the situation and the team combination we have", he added.
He dispelled the impression that in absence of some quality senior players the Sri Lankan outfit would be a weaker side. "But still we have a good team. I believe if we play to our potential we can do very well", the left-handed batsman added.
Sri Lanka are scheduled to play three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and as many T20Is in Pakistan. The ODIs will take place in Karachi on September 27, September 29 and October 2, while T20 matches will be held in Lahore on October 5, 7 and 9.
https://www.urdupoint.com/en/sports/pretty-happy-with-pakistans-security-plan-fo-711704.html
ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 14th Sep, 2019 ):Sri Lanka's stand-in ODI captain Lahiru Thirimanne has said that he is happy with the security plan given by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for his team's upcoming tour to Pakistan.
"SLC (Sri Lanka Cricket) has presented us the security plan which we are getting in Pakistan so I'm pretty happy with that and I explained to my family as well, so they don't have a concern since we represent our country," website bdcrictime.com quoted him as saying on Saturday.
He said his team's focus was not the security but cricket. "I think it's another series for me as a player. Because I know this (captaincy) is just for three matches.
"Dimuth Karunaratne has been doing a great job leading and it's important that we play our best brand of cricket whatever the situation and the team combination we have", he added.
He dispelled the impression that in absence of some quality senior players the Sri Lankan outfit would be a weaker side. "But still we have a good team. I believe if we play to our potential we can do very well", the left-handed batsman added.
Sri Lanka are scheduled to play three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and as many T20Is in Pakistan. The ODIs will take place in Karachi on September 27, September 29 and October 2, while T20 matches will be held in Lahore on October 5, 7 and 9.
https://www.urdupoint.com/en/sports/pretty-happy-with-pakistans-security-plan-fo-711704.html
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COLOMBO: Deputy Chairman Senate Saleem Mandviwalla took up Kashmir issue with Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickermesinghe during his bilateral meeting in Colombo, ARY News reported on Tuesday.
During the meeting, Saleem Mandviwalla raised the issue of Kashmir and human rights violations by Indian armed forces in Indian Occupied Kashmir (IOK), said a press release received here on Tuesday.
He condemned the brutalities being committed by the Indian security forces against innocent people of Kashmir since August 5.
Saleem Mandviwalla also raised the issue of Sri Lankan cricket team to visit Pakistan and assured that foolproof security would be provided to the cricket team.
The deputy chairman also offered to continue bilateral cooperation in the field of education, to provide medical scholarships to the Sri Lankan students.
He also met with Speaker Sri Lankan Parliament Karu Jayasuriya and said that parliamentary relationships between the two countries should be strengthened.
https://arynews.tv/en/senate-deputy-chairman-discusses-kashmir-issue-with-sri-lankan-pm/
During the meeting, Saleem Mandviwalla raised the issue of Kashmir and human rights violations by Indian armed forces in Indian Occupied Kashmir (IOK), said a press release received here on Tuesday.
He condemned the brutalities being committed by the Indian security forces against innocent people of Kashmir since August 5.
Saleem Mandviwalla also raised the issue of Sri Lankan cricket team to visit Pakistan and assured that foolproof security would be provided to the cricket team.
The deputy chairman also offered to continue bilateral cooperation in the field of education, to provide medical scholarships to the Sri Lankan students.
He also met with Speaker Sri Lankan Parliament Karu Jayasuriya and said that parliamentary relationships between the two countries should be strengthened.
https://arynews.tv/en/senate-deputy-chairman-discusses-kashmir-issue-with-sri-lankan-pm/
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COLOMBO: Sri Lanka's cricket board remains hopeful of going ahead with its tour of Pakistan but will await the final all-clear from the defence ministry, an official said Wednesday.
Sri Lanka Cricket Secretary Mohan de Silva said he was satisfied with the security arrangements of their hosts, but reports last week of a possible terror attack had been referred to the defence ministry for investigation.
The Sri Lanka team was the target of an attack during a Test match in Pakistan's Lahore in March 2009. Six Sri Lankan players were injured when gunmen attacked their bus. Six Pakistan policemen and two civilians were killed.
Since the attack, a majority of international teams have refused to tour the South Asian country.
Sri Lanka played one T20 match against Pakistan at Lahore in October 2017.
De Silva told AFP: "Earlier last month I visited Pakistan along with our security consultant and we were satisfied with the arrangements.
"They have promised security reserved for a head of state."
The six-match tour, due to start on September 27, was put on hold last week after Sri Lanka's prime minister's office warned the board that it had unspecified information about a possible attack against its players.
Sri Lanka Cricket did not call off the tour, but instead asked the government to reassess the security situation and make a final determination about the fate of the tournament.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has said it was not aware of any information relating to the safety of the Sri Lankan team, but has reiterated its commitment to provide security.
Ten senior players have opted out of the tour citing security concerns.
Sri Lanka has already announced two squads for the three One-Day Internationals and the three T20 matches starting September 27.
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Sri Lanka Cricket Secretary Mohan de Silva said he was satisfied with the security arrangements of their hosts, but reports last week of a possible terror attack had been referred to the defence ministry for investigation.
The Sri Lanka team was the target of an attack during a Test match in Pakistan's Lahore in March 2009. Six Sri Lankan players were injured when gunmen attacked their bus. Six Pakistan policemen and two civilians were killed.
Since the attack, a majority of international teams have refused to tour the South Asian country.
Sri Lanka played one T20 match against Pakistan at Lahore in October 2017.
De Silva told AFP: "Earlier last month I visited Pakistan along with our security consultant and we were satisfied with the arrangements.
"They have promised security reserved for a head of state."
The six-match tour, due to start on September 27, was put on hold last week after Sri Lanka's prime minister's office warned the board that it had unspecified information about a possible attack against its players.
Sri Lanka Cricket did not call off the tour, but instead asked the government to reassess the security situation and make a final determination about the fate of the tournament.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has said it was not aware of any information relating to the safety of the Sri Lankan team, but has reiterated its commitment to provide security.
Ten senior players have opted out of the tour citing security concerns.
Sri Lanka has already announced two squads for the three One-Day Internationals and the three T20 matches starting September 27.
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I think the tour is pretty much confirmed, a sad day for our neighbours..
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COLOMBO: Pakistan have assured maximum security to the touring Sri Lankan cricket team after reports of a possible terrorist threat had put the limited over series in jeopardy.
Sri Lanka Cricket on Wednesday released an official communique issued by the Pakistan High Commission to the Colombo foreign ministry.
"The esteemed ministry is assured on behalf of the highest leadership in Pakistan that maximum security arrangements would be ensured for the visiting Sri Lanka team", the release said.
The Sri Lanka tour to Pakistan appeared to be in danger following a security warning issued by the office of Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe last week.
The Sri Lankan Cricket board then sought assistance of the Government to conduct a 'reassessment' of the security situation in Pakistan following the warning.
The ICC also decided to review the security arrangements in the strife-torn country before appointing the match officials for the series.
As many as 10 top cricketers, including including ODI captain, Dimuth Karunaratne and national T20 skipper, Lasith Malinga, opted not to go on tour citing security concerns.
Sri Lanka are scheduled to play three ODIs and three T20 internationals starting with the first game at Karachi on September 27 and they have already named the two squads for the limited over series.
Six Sri Lankan cricketers were injured when terrorists had attacked their bus in Lahore in March 2009. Following the incident, none of the top international teams have toured Pakistan.
Last week, PCB chairman Ehsan Mani had said that they are positive that Sri Lanka will turn up for the series.
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Sri Lanka Cricket on Wednesday released an official communique issued by the Pakistan High Commission to the Colombo foreign ministry.
"The esteemed ministry is assured on behalf of the highest leadership in Pakistan that maximum security arrangements would be ensured for the visiting Sri Lanka team", the release said.
The Sri Lanka tour to Pakistan appeared to be in danger following a security warning issued by the office of Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe last week.
The Sri Lankan Cricket board then sought assistance of the Government to conduct a 'reassessment' of the security situation in Pakistan following the warning.
The ICC also decided to review the security arrangements in the strife-torn country before appointing the match officials for the series.
As many as 10 top cricketers, including including ODI captain, Dimuth Karunaratne and national T20 skipper, Lasith Malinga, opted not to go on tour citing security concerns.
Sri Lanka are scheduled to play three ODIs and three T20 internationals starting with the first game at Karachi on September 27 and they have already named the two squads for the limited over series.
Six Sri Lankan cricketers were injured when terrorists had attacked their bus in Lahore in March 2009. Following the incident, none of the top international teams have toured Pakistan.
Last week, PCB chairman Ehsan Mani had said that they are positive that Sri Lanka will turn up for the series.
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A 90% chance that the tour is on.
