ALTAF HUSSAIN GRANTED INDEFINITE LEAVE TO REMAIN IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

London: January 23, 1999

The British Government has granted Mr. Altaf Hussain, MQM Founder and Leader, indefinite leave to remain in the United Kingdom. He will now have all the legal rights equal to British citizens. This was informed through a formal letter to the solicitors of Mr. Hussain. The British Home Office has also granted Mr. Nadeem Nusrat, political secretary to Mr. Hussain, the same status. All the overseas units of MQM while expressing their jubilation on the decision have requested Mr. Hussain to visit their countries and address public rallies in person.

According to details, the British Home Office has announced its decision on the application of political asylum filed by Mr. Hussain in June 1992. In a letter to the solicitors of Mr. Hussain, the British Home Office has informed them that Mr. Hussain has now been granted the status of 'British Resident', and that he can stay in the United Kingdom for an indefinite period. The letter also states that Mr. Hussain will now enjoy all the rights accorded to the British citizens. In the light of this letter Mr. Hussain has now the right to visit Europe, America, Asia, Africa and other countries of the world.

It is now expected that Mr. Hussain will soon arrange to travel throughout the world to address public gatherings in person.