BBC: Pakistan's President Pervez Musharraf has called for political reconciliation and dialogue within the country. The remarks came overnight after a Supreme Court ruling on Thursday allowed the return of exiled former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.
Gen Musharraf deposed Mr Sharif in a coup in October 1999 and forced him and his family into exile in 2000. "Political reconciliation and national consensus is the need of the hour," President Pervez Musharraf said.
Gen Musharraf's comments came just hours after the Supreme Court, headed by a judge the president tried to remove, ruled that Mr Sharif and his family could return to Pakistan.
Musharraf tried to sack Iftikhar chaudhry back in March. The attempt to sack Chief Justice Iftikhar Chaudhry was aimed at taming a judiciary seen as increasingly independent. It backfired as Mr Chaudhry fought the charges in court and won.
Months of protests have seriously weakened President Musharraf and led to speculation that emergency rule might be imposed. If that were to happen, it would severely limit the power of the courts. Meanwhile, the judiciary continues to pursue cases in which the government is accused of over-reaching its authority.
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Bollywood power couple Abhishek & Aishwarya Rai Bachchan become residents of Sanctuary Falls in Dubai
Bollywood celebrity couple Abhishek and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, following in the footsteps of international celebrity couples such as David & Victoria Beckham, Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt, who have bought property in Dubai, have acquired a villa at the prestigious Sanctuary Falls, a resort-style villa community within Jumeirah Golf Estates being developed by Shaikh Holdings.
The couple was guests of honour at an exclusive residents’ party held at the 7-star Burj Al Arab hotel, where they were introduced to future neighbours, who will share the villa community set amidst lush golf vistas and inspiring lakes, by the property developers, Shaikh Holdings.
”We saw Sanctuary Falls project and the facilities and just knew we had to be part of it. I don’t think we chose a place, I believe a place chooses you,” said Abhishek. “Dubai is special to us not just as a place where we enjoy great warmth and generosity in terms of love and acceptance from people, but it’s become a remarkable city and one that’s so close to home.”
Describing Dubai as a special place, Aishwarya recalled the premiere of her film ‘Provoked’ in the presence of Amitabh Bachchan during the 2006 IIFA awards. "I always have fond memories of Dubai and I'm looking forward to enjoying more special moments during weekend getaways.”
Although no details were divulged on the couple's new home, which is expected to be ready in the first quarter of 2010, Sanctuary Falls is a collection of 96 resort style villa community and overlooks the Earth golf course designed by Greg Norman. The community features five and six bedroom villas, ranging from 5,600 to 10,600 square feet, with villa prices from US$ 4 million to US$ 10 million.
“As we lay down the foundations of our villas, so too are we laying down the roots of our community. It is people that bring life to a community, and the Residents’ Party was a great way to bring everyone together, as we strengthen old relationships and welcome new residents,” said Imran Shaikh, Chief Executive Officer, Shaikh Holdings.
The Earth Golf course was recently announced as the chosen venue for the richest golf tournament in the world, the Dubai world Championship starting 2009.
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About Shaikh Holdings
Shaikh Holdings is a leading Dubai-based real estate investment and development company, and is a family enterprise with a Middle East entrepreneurial heritage dating back to Bahrain from 1913.
Expansion into real estate investments and development has driven Shaikh Holdings to look at both regional and international real estate markets. Today, its companies specialise in the acquisition, development, marketing and sale of exclusive properties worldwide.
Shaikh Holdings' real estate activities in Dubai are primarily focused in three major areas - real estate development, real estate investments and real estate marketing. The company currently holds a significant portfolio of residential, commercial and hospitality real estate, and has been a leading institutional investor in the Dubai real estate market since 2002.
Shaikh Holdings is focused on developing boutique communities centered around golf, waterfront and themed concepts. The company's current developments in Jumeirah Golf Estates will be followed by other exclusive golf and waterfront projects in the UAE.
The company's primary Dubai investments have been in premier developments such as the Palm Islands, Emirates Hills, Business Bay, Dubai Waterfront and Jumeirah Golf Estates.
Shaikh Holdings maintains investment relationships with significant Dubai-based developers such as Dubai Properties, Nakheel and Emaar. Over the years it has also developed unique marketing partnerships with these developers who are creating some of the region's most iconic developments including The Palm, The World, Burj Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Residence and Dubai Marina.
Guided by the principles of innovation and excellence through its entire sphere of activity, Shaikh Holdings' corporate philosophy is focused on quality life experiences, with the aim of enhancing the lives of people through its business and development projects.
About Sanctuary Falls
Sanctuary Falls is an award-winning boutique villa community set amidst lush golf vistas and inspiring lakes, located in Jumeirah Golf Estates. This landmark community features a collection of 96 resort-style villas overlooking the Earth golf course, designed by Greg Norman.
With the freedom to choose from a selection of architectural styles, interiors and views, each home has been meticulously designed to offer a uniquely inspired experience. Conceived and created by world renowned hotel and resort architects, landscape and interior designers, Sanctuary Falls villas bring to life a true ‘resort home' experience.
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