ISLAMABAD: Extending his heartiest greetings to Christian brethren inPakistan and the world over on the joyous occasion of Christmas, PrimeMinister Imran Khan on Tuesday reiterated that the PTI government was astrong proponent of inter-faith harmony.
“Let me also reiterate on this occasion that the present government isfirmly committed to protect and safeguard the rights and privileges of allthe minorities living in the country,” he said in his message on theoccasion of Christmas.
The Prime Minister described the Christian community as an integral part ofPakistani society saying, “We are proud of their contribution towardssocio-economic development of the country.”
“Indeed, the diversity of our country is one of our strengths,” he added.The Prime Minister said, “Our Constitution enshrines the vision of ourQuaid who unequivocally declared a policy of equality, freedom and securityfor all communities living in Pakistan.”
“The celebrations of Christmas today should serve to unite us, asPakistanis, towards implementing our vision of Naya Pakistan and to takethe country towards its destination of peace, prosperity and socio-economicdevelopment,” he added.
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The Prime Minister said Jesus Christ was sent to this world as a symbol ofpeace, love and compassion for the humanity, adding, “His message of hopeand redemption illuminated the path to eternal salvation and his teachingscontinue to bring peace and happiness to the millions of people across theworld”.
“Christmas is an occasion to rejoice and enjoy the blessings of Almighty.It is also a moment to reflect and to reach out to those who are indistress and undergoing hardships,” he said.
“Indeed, this day reminds us of our responsibility, as a human being, toextend our helping hand to our fellow human beings and do our best toalleviate their sufferings,” the Prime Minister stressed. – APP
