No compromise on country’s security, defence: President Mamnoon

PakistanNo compromise on country’s security, defence: President Mamnoon

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: As the nation is celebrating Independence Day on Friday with traditional zeal and fervor, President Mamnoon Hussain has emphatically stated that no compromise will be made on the security and defence of the country.

No compromise on country’s security, defence: President Mamnoon

In his address the flag hoisting ceremony in connection with Independence Day celebrations at Convention Center in Islamabad on Friday morning, he regretted the recent acts of aggression on the eastern borders.

“Pakistan desires peaceful coexistence with all the neighboring countries including India but any threat to its security will be thwarted,” the president made it clear.

The president said that the government is pursuing a bold and effective foreign policy as a result of which its image has improved in the comity of nations.

Mamnoon Hussain pointed out that Pakistan is in the midst of a war against terrorism. He said that the terrorists and those working on the agenda of foreign enemies are trying to sabotage the peace in the country.

However, he said, the government and the armed forces have launched a robust campaign against them which has started showing positive results. He declared that this campaign against terrorists will continue till elimination of the menace.

President Mamnoon said that the entire nation stands by the government and the armed forces in this war against terrorists who are on the run now. He hoped that this problem will be overcome in a short span of time.

The president also paid rich tributes to the sacrifices rendered by the security personnel and the people in the war against this menace.

Earlier, the president along with Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif hoisted the national flag. The flag hoisting ceremony featured national songs and documentaries on the progress made by the country in different sectors.

The ceremony was also attended amongst others by the federal ministers, parliamentarians, the chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff committee, the services chiefs and diplomats of different countries.

Mati
Mati
Mati-Ullah is the Online Editor For DND. He is the real man to handle the team around the Country and get news from them and provide to you instantly.

Must read

Recent News

There is no harm to change strategy in Balochistan to bring the peace

There is no harm in changing strategy in Balochistan to bring peace

0
DND ReportThere is no doubt left that Quetta Railway Station's suicide bombing targeted personnel of security forces who were leaving Quetta for their homes....

Fight against terrorism requires support of all Pakistanis, believes COAS Gen Asim Munir

0
Quetta, Pakistan:  COAS Gen Asim Munir has said that the fight against terrorism requires the support of all Pakistanis.COAS highlighted that terrorism will never...
The hidden linkages among BLA, TTP, and PTI

The hidden linkages among BLA, TTP, and PTI

0
Islamabad, Pakistan: Another targeted suicide bombing in Quetta (Railway Station) has confirmed again that enemies are not sitting idle and they do not miss...

The Ruling Elite Decides the Destiny of Poor Pakistanis: A Story of Dreams Lost...

0
By Maria HameedIn a small village on the periphery of Lahore, Muhammad Bota wakes up before dawn every day. His routine is as predictable...
Donald Trump gave a winning speech before the official results

Donald Trump gave a winning speech before the official results saying he will not...

0
Monitoring Desk: Thanking his children, wife, supporters, and all who stood with him, Donald Trump gave a winning address before official results were announced....
Advertisement