Civil, military leadership renew pledge to follow Quaid’s vision

Islamabad:(Radio Pakistan) President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have renewed the pledge to follow in the footsteps of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah for the progress and prosperity of the nation.

In their messages on the occasion of birth anniversary of 'Father of the Nation' Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, they said this day is reminder of the conviction and hard work that shaped Pakistan.

The President and Prime Minister said Quaid stood for democracy, justice and equality and these values remain central to our national journey and essential for our progress and maintaining social cohesion and confidence.

They urged all Pakistanis, particularly the youth, to hold firm to Quaid's ideals and contribute to building a peaceful, inclusive and forward-looking Pakistan.

Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, and Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu have pid rich tribute to the Father of the Nation on the birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.

In their message on behalf of the armed forces, they reiterated their resolve to safeguard the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity and to contribute wholeheartedly towards national stability, peace, and development, in line with the ideals and aspirations of Quaid-e-Azam.

The Armed Forces also extended heartfelt Christmas greetings to the Christian community of Pakistan, acknowledging their valuable contributions to the nation's progress.