ISLAMABAD, Nov 16(ABC): Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has called upon the sane segments of society to play their role in promoting tolerance in the country as well as in the world.
In his message on International Tolerance Day, being observed today, he said growing trends of intolerance not only pose dangerous threats to peace and harmony in society, but also hinder social, political, and economic development.
The Foreign Minister said tolerance is respect, acceptance, and appreciation of the rich diversity of our world’s cultures, our forms of expression, and our ways of being human.
He regretted that the coalition government is faced with an onslaught of intolerance and violence from the elements, who are attempting to destroy democracy, institutions, and the socio-political fabric for their petty political interests.
However, he said the Pakistan People’s Party will continue to promote tolerance, peace, and cohesion in the country.
