President Asif Ali Zardari paid tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the Father of the Nation, on his birthday, remembering the conviction and hard work that shaped Pakistan. The President said that Jinnah’s leadership and principles continue to guide the country as it navigates contemporary challenges.
“The Quaid stood for democracy, justice and equality. These values remain central to our national journey and must continue to shape our choices and institutions. His call for unity, faith and discipline gave our nation a clear direction. These principles remain essential for our progress and for maintaining social cohesion and confidence,” the President added.
As Pakistan approaches the 150th birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam next year, President Zardari emphasized the importance of reflecting on his life and struggle in a meaningful and thoughtful manner. He said this milestone offers an opportunity to renew the nation’s commitment to Jinnah’s vision and to pass on his ideals to future generations with honesty and purpose.
The President urged all Pakistanis, particularly the youth, to hold firm to these ideals and contribute to building a peaceful, inclusive, and forward-looking Pakistan. “We face many difficulties, but we also have the strength and resilience to move ahead when we stand together,” he stated.
President Zardari reaffirmed the government’s support for efforts that strengthen democracy, promote tolerance, and protect the rights of all citizens without distinction. “This is the Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam envisioned, and it is the path we must continue to follow,” he added.
Concluding his message, the President encouraged all Pakistanis to work together for a future that reflects Jinnah’s vision of a fair, democratic, and confident nation. He emphasized that the country’s strength lies in unity and in a shared resolve to serve Pakistan with honesty, purpose, and mutual respect.
