Good post, Zakk. :k:
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**Pakistan Army’s Peace Tower in Sierra Leone **
Pakistan Army establishes peace tower in Sierra Leone
Kailahun Sierra Laone, June 30 (PNS) : To mark their love and sincerity with the brotherly people of Sierra Leone the troops of PAK BATT 2 (31 Baloch Regiment), serving under aegis of UNAMSIL, after establishing peace in their area of responsibility now have constructed the “Tower of Peace” in the town of Kailahun.
A colourful ceremony was held on this occasion to formally inaugurate the Tower constructed by Pakistani troops to mark their long lasting love and confidence for the people of Kailahun. Major General Syed Ather Ali, Chief Military Oberver and the Senior Pakistan Army Officer, was the chief guest on this historical occasion which would always be remembered by both the Pakistan Army troops deputed on peacekeeping duties in Sierra Leone and the people of Kailahun district.
Major General Syed Ather Ali , Chief Military Observer speaking on this occasion said that though the road to peace in Sierra Leone was manifested with ups and downs but the end result had been very fruitful and rewarding for the people of Sierra Leone . He said that UNAMSIL troops particularly the Pakistanis who were deployed in the most sensitive area and in the most crucial phase of the UNAMSIL operations deserved special appreciation for their untiring efforts towards restoration of peace in Sierra Leone. Their unbiased approach and humanistic mind have made them the most popular contingent in the country. **He said it was not easy to carry out peace keeping operation in the most troubled part of the country which was once hub of the RUF. But the professional acumen of the Pakistani soldiers and their humanistic approach and above all the cooperation of the locals made it possible to achieve a target which looked impossible a year ago. For all this I pay my sincere tribute to the Pakistani troops who have kept the flag of UN as well as of their country high in all stages of the peacekeeping operation. **
Representative of Loawa Chiefdom Mr Mori More Joi, speaking on behalf of paramount chief said that no words were enough to pay tribute to the Pakistani troops for the work done by them during last one year. He said that the **People of Kailahun were extremely grateful to Pakistan contingent for their dedicated and unbiased efforts which they had been rendering to restore peace in the area as well as humanitarian assistance provided by them to the needy people. **
Later, Major General Syed Ather Ali, amid jubiliation and dances by Pakistani troops and locals ,walked from venue where he addressed the august gathering and unveiled the plaque of the Tower of Peace .
**It is recalled that the 33 feet high Tower of Peace is a beautiful structure which stands elegant in the centre of the town to remind the Pak- Sierra Friendship. The tower raised on a round platform has been constructed by troops of PAK BATT2 in one month. The Tower of Peace has significant meaning not only for the people of Kailahun but also for the generations to come. ** :k:
Brigh Ahmed Shujaa Pasha, Commander Pakistan Contingent and all Commanding Officers of various out fits, Representatives of international NGOs in Kailahun, Military Observers, senior officers of Sierra Leone Armed Forces, Chief of Police Kailahun District, notables of the area, Chiefdom authorities, and a large number of locals were also present on this historical occasion.