Gilani rules out clash between executive and judiciary

Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani has assured that clash between executive and judiciary would not happen since the role of all the institutions has been determined in the constitution. He said the government is pursuing policies consistently even in the most trying circumstances. During an informal meeting with a group of journalists after the postponement of scheduled visit to Hunza due to the inclement weather, the Prime Minister said his optimism about the materialization of the Charter of Democracy and passage of the 18th Amendment was even contested by some senior political leaders. However, he assured them that it would be implemented and now it had happened in practical terms, he added. The Prime Minister said the top priority of his government is good governance. In this context, he said the anomalies of the constitution have been removed and now a clear-cut roadmap determining role of all institutions has been enacted. Regarding a question about criticism of media, he smilingly responded that he himself was a student of journalism and took criticism in a positive manner. He further said that it is the duty of the media to point out the shortcomings of government. He asked the media to focus mainly on the real issues of the common man. He mentioned that on a number of occasions when everybody was expecting a showdown, he resolved the issue. He also mentioned the signing of the National Finance Commission Award and the unanimous adoption of the 18th Amendment as an outcome of reconciliation.