ISLAMABAD, May 27 :As the nation observes the 27th anniversary of Youm-e-Takbeer on Wednesday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hailed Pakistan\u2019s nuclear journey and called for renewed unity and determination to transform the country into an economic power.
\nIn his message on the occasion, the Prime Minister thanked Allah Almighty and congratulated the people of Pakistan, saying, \u201cToday on Youm-e-Takbeer, I thank Allah Almighty and congratulate from the core of my heart the entire nation and all patriotic Pakistanis.\u201d
\nMarking 27 years since Pakistan became the seventh nuclear power in the world and the first among Muslim nations, PM Sharif emphasised that Youm-e-Takbeer was more than a celebration and was a solemn reminder of Pakistan\u2019s resolve to safeguard its sovereignty.<\/p>\n
The Prime Minister linked this year\u2019s commemoration with what he described as Pakistan\u2019s recent success in defending itself from \u201can unjustified war imposed by India.\u201d He hailed the nation\u2019s spirit during the May 6\u201310 confrontation, stating, \u201cThe joys of Youm-e-Takbeer have further increased for a nation filled with victory.\u201d
\nReflecting on the historic nuclear tests of May 28, 1998, conducted under the leadership of the then-Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, the Prime Minister noted that the decision to respond with six nuclear tests, compared to India\u2019s five, was a demonstration of \u201ciron resolve\u201d in the face of global pressure and sanctions.
\n\u201cMr. Nawaz Sharif represented the aspirations and national interests of the entire nation\u2026 and made our geographical borders impregnable forever,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
PM Shehbaz paid glowing tribute to the architects of Pakistan\u2019s nuclear program including Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan, the scientific community, and the armed forces for their role in establishing Pakistan\u2019s deterrent capability. He also lauded the public for their unwavering support and sacrifices throughout the journey.
\n\u201cI salute the nation, which made immense sacrifices for the completion of the nuclear program and wrote a proud story of its determination and faith,\u201d he stated.
\nDrawing parallels between the historic journey of Pakistan\u2019s nuclear program and the formation of Pakistan itself, he invoked the leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and said, \u201cNational history is a witness that the people and political leadership of Pakistan have always made the impossible possible.\u201d
\nPM Shehbaz urged the nation to carry the spirit of Youm-e-Takbeer beyond defense and into economic transformation. He said, \u201cYoum-e-Takbeer is a day of unity of the nation and declaration of non-compromise on its freedom and sovereignty. Today we pledge to make Pakistan an economic power and achieve its true place in the world. Insha Allah. Long live Pakistan.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
ISLAMABAD, May 27 :As the nation observes the 27th anniversary of Youm-e-Takbeer on Wednesday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hailed Pakistan\u2019s nuclear journey and called for renewed unity and determination to transform the country into an economic power. In his message on the occasion, the Prime […]<\/p>\n
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