Pakistan
Pakistan desires peace in region for common prosperity: President
He urged the nation to remain steadfast as a ‘One Nation, One Destiny’ to make Pakistan prosperous, reliving the spirit and passion of the Pakistan Movement seven decades ago that led to the creation of homeland.
ISLAMABAD, Mar 25 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Thursday said Pakistan extends a message of goodwill to regional countries for common prosperity, but its intention must not be misconstrued as weakness.
“In case of any misadventure, Pakistan is capable of thwarting it with full force,” the president said in his address at the joint armed forces parade held at the Parade Avenue near Shakarparian Hills.
The March 23 Pakistan Day parade, which was rescheduled to March 25 due to inclement weather, was attended by civil and military leaders, parliamentarians and foreign dignitaries.
Prime Minister Imran Khan could not attend the ceremony after he was tested positive for coronavirus five days ago.
“IN CASE OF ANY MISADVENTURE, PAKISTAN IS CAPABLE OF THWARTING IT WITH FULL FORCE”
President Alvi said Pakistan believed in promoting cooperation in South Asia, which was already facing hindrance in development due to mutual conflicts and discords.
“The goal of national and regional development can only be achieved in the environment of peace and by refraining from all kinds of aggression and exploitation,” he stressed.
The president felicitated the nation on Pakistan Day, saying the occasion was a reminder to renew the pledges of religious, cultural and fundamental freedoms.
He said the comprehensive Pakistan Resolution of 1940 set a guiding principle for the Muslims of the Sub-continent to achieve the goal of a separate homeland under the untiring struggle of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and the vision of Allama Muhammad Iqbal.
The nation’s journey commencing in 1947 in difficult situations was moving ahead with remarkable success in the fields of education, economy, politics and defence, he added.
Dr Alvi lauded the armed forces for their valour and bravery in defending the frontiers of the country and rendering immense sacrifices for the safety of the nation. They remained ever-ready in dealing with the challenges, might it be terrorism, natural calamities or disasters.
“From barren deserts to the high-altitude Siachen and the vast skies to the depth of oceans, our armed forces are acting as a strong defence line,” he said.
He mentioned the complete eradication of terrorist networks by the armed forces through Operation Radd-ul-Fasaad that restored normalcy across the country.
“FROM BARREN DESERTS TO THE HIGH-ALTITUDE SIACHEN AND THE VAST SKIES TO THE DEPTH OF OCEANS, OUR ARMED FORCES ARE ACTING AS A STRONG DEFENCE LINE”
President Alvi said Pakistan significantly overcame the challenge of coronavirus pandemic due to the nation’s discipline, which was also acknowledged worldwide. He appealed to the nation to continue observing precautions to contain the spread of the virus.
He said in the ever-changing world, Pakistan must set goals to move ahead as a strong nation keeping in view the golden principles of Islamic culture and national ideology.
“With unity, we have to pursue the objective of becoming a true welfare state caring for its people,” he said.
On the human rights crisis in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, the president expressed concern over the situation and invited the attention of the international community towards the plight of the Kashmiri people.
He vowed that Pakistan would continue to stand with the Kashmiris in their struggle for the right to self-determination in accordance with the United Nations Charter and its Security Council resolutions.
“The peace in South Asia is linked with the resolution of the issue of Jammu and Kashmir,” he said, quoting the great Quaid’s statement that Kashmir was Pakistan’s jugular vein.
He also appealed to friendly countries to take notice of the situation in the IIOJK, owing urgency in view of the human rights deterioration in the Valley.
President Alvi said Pakistan enjoyed very close and friendly relations with China and intended to further strengthen the ties in fields of defence, economy and diplomacy.
On the situation in Afghanistan, he said Pakistan would continue to play its role in the restoration of sustainable peace in the neighbouring country.
As regards relations with Central Asia, he said, Pakistan was desirous of strengthening historic, cultural and friendly relations for prosperity and development.
President Alvi emphasized maintaining unity among the Muslim countries by setting aside their differences to strongly counter Islamophobia. He termed the role of Organization of Islamic Countries (OIC) significant in that regard.
To mark Pakistan Day in its true spirit, he said, it was important to keep the national interests supreme and ensure the sanctity of law.
“We need to shun our differences and get united as a single nation to work towards the betterment of our country,” he said.
President Alvi said gaining capabilities in the scientifically advanced field such as artificial intelligence would help the young generation meet the challenges of the contemporary world.
He expressed satisfaction that the scientists in Pakistan were rendering their services efficiently and making the country self-reliant in defence production.
He urged the nation to remain steadfast as a ‘One Nation, One Destiny’ to make Pakistan prosperous, reliving the spirit and passion of the Pakistan Movement seven decades ago that led to the creation of homeland.
Earlier, the president arrived at the venue in the traditional presidential buggy amidst the calls of bugles, where he was received by the top military brass.
The ceremony started with the recitation of verses from the Holy Quran. President Alvi in a military jeep reviewed the parade. The contingents of armed forces held a march-past and presented a salute to him.
The contingents of Punjab Regiment, Frontier Corps, Baloch and Sindh regiments, Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Air Force, Frontier Constabulary, Mujahid Regiment, Pakistan Rangers Sindh, Punjab Police, Air Force security, women officers, Light Commando Battalion from Baloch Regiment and tri-services Special Services Group participated in the parade.
Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu led the fly-past as a salute to the president.
The formation of F-16s, J-17 Thunder, Karakorum Eagle 3, SAAB 2000, P-3C Orion maritime patrol aircraft and ATRs fly-past the venue.
The cavalry of tanks, a military band and floats representing the cultures of Pakistan was also a highlight of the ceremony.
Pakistan has achieved another proud milestone in its space journey with the successful launch of the PRSE-EO2 satellite into orbit. This achievement reflects Pakistan’s growing strength in science, technology, and national capability, proving that the country is steadily advancing in modern space development.
The PRSE-EO2 satellite is designed to support Pakistan in multiple critical areas, including earth observation, mapping, environmental monitoring, and national development planning. With this satellite in space, Pakistan will be able to improve its ability to collect accurate data for agriculture, water management, urban planning, disaster monitoring, and climate-related challenges.
This success is a strong reminder that space technology is no longer a luxury—it is a necessity for nations that want to grow in the modern world. Satellites play an important role in helping countries manage their resources, respond to natural disasters, and strengthen national security through better monitoring and planning.
The successful launch of PRSE-EO2 also sends a positive message to Pakistan’s youth. It shows that Pakistan has the talent and potential to compete in advanced fields such as aerospace engineering, satellite technology, and artificial intelligence-driven systems. Such achievements inspire young minds to pursue careers in science and innovation, strengthening the country’s future.
Pakistan’s progress in space technology is not only a matter of national pride but also a strategic step toward long-term development. As the world becomes more data-driven, satellite-based information will be a powerful tool for smarter governance and faster progress.
The launch of PRSE-EO2 proves one clear reality: Pakistan is not standing still. Pakistan is moving forward. And with each successful mission, the nation strengthens its position as a country capable of innovation, modern research, and high-tech achievement.
This moment is a victory for Pakistan’s scientists, engineers, and institutions—and a hopeful sign for the future of a stronger, smarter, and more advanced Pakistan.
Providing a sense of security to deserving families in Islamabad during cold nights
Islamabad: With a determination not to leave deserving and disadvantaged families and individuals alone in the severe cold of Islamabad, the “Social Cooperation Initiative” in collaboration with the “Zakat Foundation of America” distributed “Winter Relief Packages” among poor families and needy individuals. The aim of this campaign is to protect poor families and needy individuals from the harshness of the weather and provide them with a sense of security.
1- 50 widowed women residing in Jinnah Garden were provided with cold protection equipment so that they could face the harshness of the weather.
2- 20 members of the neglected section of the society, the transgender community, were also provided with relief packages.
3- 20 homeless people living a miserable life under bridges were directly reached out and provided with essential relief items.
4- In addition, 20 women residents of the Social Protection Women’s Center (8-H) were distributed blankets and quilts.
The relief package included warm shawls, blankets, socks, gloves, hats, and warm hoodies for adults and children.
On this occasion, the leadership of the “Social Cooperation Initiative” thanked the “Zakat Foundation of America” and said: “The winter season is a very difficult time for disadvantaged families and needy individuals. Our goal is to ensure that no deserving person is deprived of assistance. This campaign is not just about distributing goods, but also a commitment to serving humanity and social inclusion.
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