President Asif Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have extended heartfelt greetings to the Christian community of Pakistan and around the world on the joyous occasion of Christmas and its message of peace, brotherhood, and love for all humanity.
In his message, the president said that the spirit of Christmas offered a universal lesson to humanity, encouraging people of all faiths to embrace love, generosity, mercy, unity, and hope.
Zardari said that Pakistan's Constitution guaranteed the fundamental rights of all citizens, irrespective of their faith, and protected their freedom to worship and live in accordance with their beliefs. "Upholding the rights of all citizens is essential for fostering national unity and progress," he added.
In his separate message, the prime minister called for reflecting on the profound message of Christmas, as taught by Prophet Isa (AS) - peace, brotherhood, and love for all humanity. He also paid tribute to the Christians community for their invaluable contributions to the country's progress.
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