Freedom of speech & sovereignty

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AS a spokesperson for the US State Department, Victoria Nuland has every right to speak on behalf of the US government and suggest that there are better and more cost-effective ways than implementing Pakistan-Iran pipeline project to meet Pakistan’s energy needs.

However, since Pakistan is a sovereign and independent country and also a UN member, it has every right to take decision in this respect, whatever the consequences.

J.S. HUSSAIN Canada

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