Pakistan’s civil and military leadership has honoured the sacrifices of martyrs and veterans while reaffirming the country’s resolve to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Pakistan’s top civil and military leadership on Sunday paid tribute to the martyrs and veterans of the Armed Forces on Defence and Martyrs Day, reaffirming the country’s commitment to protecting its sovereignty, security and territorial integrity.
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued separate messages on Sept. 6, recalling the courage, unity and sacrifices demonstrated by the Pakistani nation and its Armed Forces during the 1965 war. Official statements confirm that both leaders honoured the martyrs and veterans and highlighted the significance of the day in Pakistan’s national history.
Zardari said the unity and spirit of faith demonstrated by the Armed Forces and the Pakistani nation on Sept. 6, 1965, remained a manifestation of the country’s collective strength. He paid tribute to those who sacrificed their lives in defence of Pakistan and acknowledged the services of military veterans.
The president also reiterated Pakistan’s position on the Kashmir dispute, saying the issue should be resolved in accordance with relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Sept. 6 represented a significant chapter in Pakistan’s history and provided an opportunity to honour the sacrifices of martyrs and veterans and their families. He also stressed the need to strengthen national security and defence while pursuing economic development, political stability and public welfare.
The country’s military leadership also paid tribute to the martyrs and veterans. Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu and Commander National Strategic Command General Syed Aamer Raza honoured those who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations, Sept. 6 remains a symbol of national unity, courage and resolve, recalling the nation’s response during the 1965 war. The military leadership also expressed respect and gratitude to the families of martyrs and the country’s ghazis.
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