Nawaz Sharif vows to defeat terrorism in Independence Day address

Prime Minister, Nawaz Sharif, Wednesday used his address on the country’s Independence Day’s celebrations to pledge to defeat terrorism.

“Though the shadows of terrorism are haunting us today but with commitment and resolve we will overcome this scourge,” Mr Sharif said at the hoisting of National Flag to formally begin celebrations of Pakistan’s 67^th Independence Day.

He was confident that with the cooperation of Pakistan Army, security agencies and the nation, terrorism will be eliminated and Pakistan will be made hub of peace and security.

The ceremony was attended by UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon, envoys of different countries, federal ministers and parliamentarians.

On the occasion, students drawn from different schools enthralled the audience with the national songs.

Nawaz Sharif while referring to the presence of Ban Ki-moon at the Independence Day celebrations said Pakistan has been an important component of the United Nations peace keeping missions and presence of the UN Secretary General is acknowledgment of Pakistan’s services.

“Pakistan has always stood by the charter of the United Nations and contributed to global peace. On the Independence Day we renew pledge to continue our role in promoting global peace and security,” the Prime Minister said.

He said Pakistan is faced with multiple challenges but “we, with the cooperation of the people will lay the foundation of a better future, the dream of which was seen by our forefathers.”  

Mr Shraif said Pakistan has the capability to surprise the world as it did so when nuclear tests were conducted despite all the pressure.

Highlighting the importance of Pakistan in the comity of nations, the Prime Minister said the destiny of this region can not be decided without taking on board Pakistan.

“Pakistan is one of the most important powers of South Asia and the development of Gwadar port in Balochistan province and its communication infrastructure will usher in a new era of progress and prosperity in the region. This will make Pakistan the economic and political hub,” the Prime Minister said.

He expressed the resolve to transform Pakistan into a truly modern welfare state as envisioned by the founding leader Muhammad Ali Jinnah.

“We want to establish such a welfare state, which is the abode of peace and becomes an example for the entire world. Our intention is good, resolve is high and we have set the right direction,” Nawaz Sharif said. 

He said the Independence Day also reminds of self accountability, without which we can not realize the dream seen by our forefathers for the homeland.

He said the country is blessed with all the resources to make a fresh beginning with renewed commitment. He pointed out that the sixty percent of the country’s total population is youth. This is the strength which is not available to every country in the world.

He said the decision of the people in the recent general polls also reflected that we have the ability to take the right decisions.

Referring to the sacrifices rendered by our elders for the creation of Pakistan,  he said Quaid-e-Azam proved through his character that all the challenges and conspiracies can be thwarted by adhering to honesty and steadfastness.

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