President Alvi calls for unity as Pakistan celebrates 76th Independence Day
Pakistan President Arif Alvi on Monday appealed to political leaders to shun their differences and antagonism as the cash-strapped country celebrated its 76th Independence Day. Addressing a flag hoisting ceremony held at the Convention Centre here, the president also expressed his gratitude to friendly countries like China, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Iran and Turkiye for supporting Pakistan during its economic woes. He expressed confidence that Pakistan could become a developed country in a few years.
Asking politicians and other stakeholders to embrace the path of forgiveness, Alvi said, «My demand to the leaders of this country is to be united.» The president said it was important to break free from nepotism, promote meritocracy, and ensure comprehensive justice, particularly in the socio-economic sphere, in order to progress. He regretted that 27 million children in Pakistan are out of school and asked the rich of the country to come forward and make arrangements for their education. He also highlighted the greater participation of women in economic activities.
Talking about terrorism, he said that about 100,000 people were killed in the fight against the menace and assured that Pakistan was committed to the fight against terrorism. Separately, in his special message, Alvi urged citizens to work for the welfare and uplift of deprived sections of the society. The president also reiterated the need for national unity to surmount social, political, economic and security challenges.
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