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Analyst Ikram Sehgal launches book

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 6 August 2021

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Analyst Ikram Sehgal launches book
Ikram Sehgal has launched a new book detailing the significant events in Pakistan over the last four decades. The book emphasizes the country's rich natural resources and addresses critical issues within the police force.

ISLAMABAD—Prominent analyst Ikram Sehgal’s book covering the tumultuous history of four decades of Pakistan has been launched.

Sehgal said Pakistan is rich in natural resources and has vast reserves of copper and gold and it was needed to be tapped.

Expressing disappointment over the police performance, the author said crime could be eradicated from society if the police did its job honestly.

Speakers said that all-important events that occurred in the last 40 years have been covered in the book, which they said everyone should read.

Former prime minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, Senator Mushahid Hussain, former finance adviser Sartaj Aziz, Air Marshal (Retd) Masood Akhtar and others attended the book launching ceremony.

Photo courtesy: dailytimes.com.pk

KEY POINTS:

  • Ikram Sehgal's book covers 40 years of Pakistan's history.
  • The author emphasizes the country's rich mineral resources.
  • Criticism of police performance regarding crime reduction.
  • Launch event attended by notable figures including former PM Shahid Khaqan Abbasi.
  • Speakers advocate the book as essential reading for understanding Pakistan's challenges.

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