Message of Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif on the Occasion of Christmas 25 December
Islamabad : On behalf of the Government and the people of Pakistan, I extend my heartfelt greetings on the joyous and blessed occasion of Christmas to Christian communities around the world, and especially to our Pakistani Christian brothers and sisters.
On this sacred day marking the blessed birth of Hazrat Isa (peace be upon him), we pray that this Christmas brings peace, stability, and prosperity for our country including the valued Christian community.
Christmas is not only a specific religious festival it is also a universal message of love, peace, tolerance, and goodwill for all humanity, bringing people closer to one another.
Hazrat Isa (peace be upon him) holds an esteemed and revered position in Islam as one of the great Messengers of Allah Almighty. His teachings conveyed a message of peace, brotherhood, and love for all mankind, and emphasized righteousness, piety, and a pure way of life.
The Christian community in Pakistan represents an active, positive, and peaceful segment of our society and has made valuable contributions to the country’s socio-economic development. Their sincerity and patriotism are building blocks of the a Pakistan we aspire for.
The sacrifices made by the Christian community, standing shoulder to shoulder with the entire nation in the fight against terrorism, are a source of great pride for us.
Our Christian brethren contribute profoundly to the full spectrum of national life, from education to healthcare, and from national security to music and art, Christians are vital to our Pakistaniat.
It remains a key priority of the Government of Pakistan to expand and deepen interfaith harmony, to protect our people’s rights and freedoms, to enhance economic well-being, and to assure equal opportunities for growth for all citizens without discrimination.
On this joyful occasion, let us renew our collective solemn resolve that people of all faiths and backgrounds will continue to work together constructively to build a strong, secure, and prosperous Pakistan for future generations.
With best wishes, I extend my heartfelt Christmas greetings to all!
Sohail Majeed is a Special Correspondent at The Diplomatic Insight. He has twelve plus years of experience in journalism & reporting. He covers International Affairs, Diplomacy, UN, Sports, Climate Change, Economy, Technology, and Health.
