23rd of March observed as Pakistan Day every year is truly a historic milestone in our nation's quest for independence from colonial rule. It is a manifestation of the resolve of the Muslims of South Asia and their unanimous will resulting in the creation of Pakistan under the dynamic leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah; a homeland where they could live in peace, harmony and in accordance with the tenets of Islam.
On this occasion I would like to urge all Pakistanis to remain steadfast and united to achieve the ideals and aspirations for which our country was created. As we commemorate this day we have to remember that the struggle must go on, particularly against those forces that aim to deflect us from our cherished goal of making Pakistan a modern and progressive Islamic welfare state.
Allah has gifted our country with tremendous natural resources and our people with immense capabilities. They have always faced up to every challenge in the past, whether it was related to the creation of Pakistan or to its defense. I am confident that if we abide by the guiding principles of Unity, Faith and Discipline given by the Quaid-e-Azam, we will Insha Allah make Pakistan an impregnable fortress of democracy, peace, progress and attain our rightful place in the comity of nations.
May Allah be with us in our endeavors. Ameen.
Pakistan Paindabad
