Iraq – Takfiri Militancy and Escalation of Violence

June 29, 2014

By Padmini Arhant

Dear Citizens,

The presentation on Iraq – Takfiri Militancy and Escalation of Violence is available via audio link and you are welcome to  tune in for details.

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Thank you for your interest.

Padmini Arhant

Afghanistan – The Status quo and Run-off Presidential Election 2014

June 23, 2014

By Padmini Arhant

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Bulletin – Topics of discussion

June 20, 2014

From: Padmini Arhant

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Padmini Arhant

Presentation – ISIL in Iraq

June 18, 2014

From:  Padmini Arhant

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Presentation – ISIL in Iraq

June 17, 2014

From:  Padmini Arhant

Dear Citizens,

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Lebanon – Power Vacuum Threatens National Sovereignty And Stability

June 16, 2014

By Padmini Arhant

The Lebanese Parliament failure to elect President is a serious negligence of constitutional and legislative duty directly affecting governance and national security.

Lebanon constantly experiencing terror attacks and suicide bombings from Saudi Arabia backed Takfiri groups besides Israel’s reconnaissance including air strikes on key targets undermine sovereignty and stability.

Saudi Arabia, Israel and United States influence on political factions especially the March 14 alliance impede the latter responsibility towards constituents and national electorate.

The current stalling of parliamentary process in electing the President to lead the national defense force as well as presiding over government affairs endanger democratic system.

The choice for Presidential nominee premised on external sources preferences impact genuine representation required in a real democracy.

The continuous foreign interference through domestic political parties and other presence in disguise are reasons behind power vacuum and disruption in Lebanon’s governing body.

Lebanon political leaderships transcending partisanship and reservations could ease tensions and facilitate smooth operations necessary to address various issues confronting the nation at large.

The focus on stable government under strong and credible leadership barring intrusions from within and outside aimed at dysfunctional activities and discord for vested interests would reflect commitment to people and the country they are elected to serve regardless of ideology. 

The Lebanese constitutional requirement based on religious allocations on political appointments such as Maronite Christian for Presidency, Shiite Muslim as Parliament Speaker and Sunni Muslim to Prime Minister position could be reviewed for amendment changing the criteria to accommodate individual ability, performance and integrity rather than faith oriented protocol.

Most importantly every Parliament member demonstrating courage to protect sovereign right evidently violated by regional and foreign powers would confirm independence.

The persisting political stalemate in Lebanon is favorable to elements against national unity and diversity not to mention the status quo increasing vulnerability and uncertainty with implications on economy and social structure.

When politics ignores national priorities for respective doctrine and foreign instigated strategies the consequences are pervasive and compound problems in different dimension.

Lebanon political pledge to defend national borders and providing citizens safety is largely dependent on consolidated efforts with army and civilian authorities constructive role in preventing terror and foreign infiltration.

The March 8 coalition i.e. Hezbollah resistance to security breach in Lebanon and neighboring states alongside national defense forces thus far instrumental in safeguarding boundaries that otherwise compromised in covert deployment of agents and operatives to promote internal disturbance.

Lebanon past political turbulence has not been without economic ramifications affecting tourism and major sectors subsequently depriving ordinary citizens livelihoods in the competitive global economy.

Additionally, the Syrian conflict resulting in refugee influx into Lebanon and adjacent states increase economic burden and humanitarian crises in the region.

Lebanon future is at stake in the ongoing political gridlock on the Presidential candidate approval.

The parliamentary obligations in this regard could no longer be differed considering prevalent repercussions due to vacancy in the office of Presidency.

Hopefully political consensus would be arrived ending void with expeditious election of the commander-in-chief of Lebanon.

Good Luck! To Lebanon citizens across the spectrum for peaceful resolution moving forward towards national election in a timely manner.

Peace to all!

Thank you.

Padmini Arhant

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Syria – Presidential Election 2014

June 8, 2014

By Padmini Arhant 

Congratulations! To Syrian electorate, President Bashar al-Assad, Syrian defense force and national assembly on the successful democratic election with impressive political mandate.

Syrian citizens resolve demonstrated in the self-determination rights and ability to move ahead despite foreign powers sponsored three years old conflict involving terror networks deployment that has claimed over 160,000 lives and left millions as refugees in the country and across the border.

Syria confronted with international warfare continues to endure violence with foreign backed mercenaries committing atrocities and some were engaged in cannibalism, dismembering deceased body, decapitation, summary executions and chemical attacks against innocent victims nationwide.

The infrastructure damage including desecration of holy sites, cultural centers, educational and health care facilities, disrupting electricity supply and stealing oil resources for export to Turkey and elsewhere are routine activities at external and regional sources behest that cost more than US$ 100 billion to Syrian economy.

Not to mention the constant strikes with explosives and artillery targeting public premise for maximum destruction is yet another strategy for sponsors unrelenting to ceasefire.

Geneva I accord in June 2012 and Geneva II meeting in early 2014 was a failure due to Unites States and allies persistence to prolong terrorism in Syria ignoring consequences such as rising death toll and humanitarian crises in the war torn nation.

The international consensus on ending terror operations and diverse violence in Syria arguably rejects foreign agenda and accordingly the nations involved in proxy war against Syrian people are isolated as a result.

Syrian Presidential election has declared the sovereign authority on political decisions and declined outside interference in Syria’s internal affairs especially with the introduction of groups representing hegemony for destabilization like in Ukraine and Thailand.

United States and coalition imposed economic sanctions and brutal terrorism is responsible for bloodshed and devastation since attacks in March 2011 and up until now. 

Syrian voters and diaspora expressed their unequivocal support to incumbent administration headed by President Bashar al-Assad and most importantly the Syrian defense force for their tireless engagement in protecting territorial integrity and releasing hostages from terror stronghold neighborhoods in Damascus, Aleppo, Homs, Idlib and across the country.

The current election validates the political solution in electing the leadership and government pledged to safeguard national and republic interest.

Although the government is faced with combating foreign funded and equipped terrorism, the solidarity in Syrian society evidently serves as the model in opposition to subjugation and dominance.

The challenges and excruciating experience aside, the national spirit and commitment towards nation building fundamentally motivates Syrians to strive for positive development.

Syria having survived the worst humanitarian crimes in the full frontal war could no longer be undermined as the turmoil only solidified the nation against unlawful assaults and inhumane practice.

Syria would remain the beacon of hope in the region.

The Presidential victory is testimony to the electorate trust and faith in the system as well as governance that provides for all transcending communal and sectarian trait often proved as hindrance in pervasive progress. 

Best Wishes to Syrian citizens, President Bashar al-Assad along with members across political spectrum and Syrian national army in achievements for a promising future.

Peace to Syria! 

Peace to all!

Thank you.

Padmini Arhant

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Syria – Presidential Election 2014

June 4, 2014

By Padmini Arhant

Congratulations! To Syrian electorate, President Bashar al-Assad,, Syrian defense force and leaderships in the political system on the successful democratic election with impressive mandate.

More on this topic will be presented in due course.

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Palestine – Unity Government Formation

June 4, 2014

By Padmini Arhant 

Congratulations! To citizens in Palestine and Fatah as well as Hamas leaderships on the unity government headed by Prime Minister Rami Hamdallah along with ministers from both political factions constituting national representation.

The bipartisanship is the preliminary step towards addressing basic to most challenging issues such as the long overdue Palestinian statehood independent from foreign occupation viz. Israeli, United States or UN forces notwithstanding any unilateral sanctions that has crippled Gaza economy and made survival nearly impossible. 

The new government face tough problems considering Israeli authorities stance on the latest development regrettably perceived as a threat to status quo.

Israel holding tax revenues from West Bank and declining to free detainees in opposition to unified Palestine is erroneous decision and could inevitably result in further isolation in the region and rest of the world.

Again Israel or anyone else rejecting Palestinian political groups peaceful merger would mean they are not in favor of harmony and amicable resolution.

Nonetheless when people in occupied territories i.e. West Bank, Gaza and East Jerusalem al-Quds are denied normal existence due to – 

Accelerated settlement activity,

Troops deployment with check posts,

Apartheid wall,

Demolition of locals’ homes,

Farmers olive trees burned down,

Fishermen in Gaza not allowed access and,

Last but not the least the military raid in al-Aqsa mosque including attack on worshippers and many apprehended without any formal charges…continues unabated in the absence of consequences for aggression against innocent victims in the political struggle.

Accordingly the political leaderships in Ramallah and Gaza cannot afford prolonged suffering in the besieged land.

The international recognition of the Palestinian government set up on popular will would clarify the world commitment to peace since regional stability is dependent on Palestinian freedom.

Palestinian authorities efficient governance would rely on administration function preventing corruption and remaining steadfast in providing necessities despite restraints producing shortages in food and medical supplies with Israeli blockade and military incursion.

The global support to the recently formed government in trade and commerce through economic growth oriented investments,, multilateral ties in building infrastructure and job creation would ease the burden on the suppressed economy.

Meanwhile, ending Israel’s presence and complete troop withdrawal from Palestinian domain together with freezing controversial settlement program would demonstrate global pledge towards fairness and equality. 

The consistent failure in Mideast peace process attributed to Israel and sponsor’s disingenuous involvement setting criteria while not being in compliance with same demands on Palestinian people.. 

Israel’s credibility could be restored upon honoring territorial integrity of Palestinian area and neighboring states borders constantly violated ignoring international law arguably lacking in universal enforcement.

Additionally, the unconditional release of all Palestinian detainees on hunger strike and others deprived of legal course would perhaps foster better relations with nations besides Israel’s familiar allies in the world.

Furthermore United States solemn oath to protect Israel disregarding the latter human rights record especially against Palestinian population not excluding minors as young as eleven years or under highlight the former departure from democratic principles and human values blindly surrendering to Israel’s dominance on the United States political system.

Palestinian government and political members from different platform sharing common vision with primary goal to liberate Palestine strengthening capability in every respect would enhance economic, political, humanitarian and social prospects for citizens in subjugation.

Wishing Palestinian citizens, refugees, leaderships and incumbent government success in endeavors contributing to patriotic interest.

Peace to all!

Thank you.

Padmini Arhant

 

 

 

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