The president said those who win the January 8 polls need to show dignity and sagacity, while those who lose, must avoid levelling baseless allegations. He hoped and prayed that a serious political process will kick off following the January 8 election and the ongoing struggle against extremism and terrorism will be further strengthened. The president, referring to the decision to impose emergency and to suspend the Constitution, said he was very saddened as the smooth transition, underway in three stages from 1999, was obstructed, through a conspiracy. He said Pakistan recently has passed through a critical phase, in the past few months. He said the conspiracy was not merely for personal and political gain, but to destabilize this country. We foiled this conspiracy, and now the election will be held on January 8. This nation, the people and I personally have suffered because of these conspiracies. He said he was pleased to point out that the third phase of democracy that had derailed will now be back on track. He said the government will invite any number of foreign observers to come and watch the fairness of the polls. This crisis is not of my making, this crisis was because of political conspiracy, and unfortunately some members of our superior judiciary were part of it. --more www.spa.gov.sa/509755