Islamabad:In their separate messages on the occasion of Defence and Martyrs Day, the President and the Prime Minister have expressed the resolve that we shall never compromise on the sovereignty and security of the country and any kind of misadventure by the enemy will be dealt with severity.
In his message, the President Dr Arif Alvi said we have successfully defeated terrorism and extremism and now we are on the path towards economic prosperity. He said we have also made serious efforts with a positive approach towards securing peace in the region but unfortunately our enemy keeps hostile designs against us.
The President said we reaffirm our pledge that we will continue to support the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir in their struggle till the realization of their right to self-determination. In his message, the Prime Minister Imran Khan said the nation and the men in uniform proved that it’s not the size that matters, but it’s the courage and devotion that matters the most.
He said with the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35-A India has not only violated the UN Charter but has also unleashed reign of terror on innocent Kashmiris. Imran Khan said India is also showing aggressive posture on the Line of Control and such provocations are aimed at diverting the world attention from Indian atrocities in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir.