ISLAMABAD: Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan said on Sunday that Prime Minister Imran Khan is personally supervising the steps taken to overcome coronavirus in the country.
In a series of tweets, the SAPM said the government has taken these measures to cope with the international challenge of coronavirus in the interest and for protection of people of Pakistan.
She said these measures are also being acknowledged by World Health Organization (WHO) as endorsed by its country representative. Awan expressed the hope that the virus will be defeated with national harmony and solidarity.
She said it is difficult time but the nation will come out of it successfully. She urged the people to follow the precautionary measures as adopted by nations which are economically developed and medically advanced.
Earlier, Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday said that he is personally overseeing measures to deal with coronavirus and will address the nation soon.
In a tweet, he said that he advises people to follow safety instructions issued by the government.
He said while there is a need for caution there is no need for panic.
The Prime Minister said, “We are alert to the dangers and have put in place sufficient protocols for the safety and health of our people.” – TLTP
Measures afoot to fight coronavirus: Dr. Firdous Awan
