ISLAMABAD(National times)- Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit-Baltistan and SAFRON, Engr. Amir Muqam on Friday said that everyone must play their role for the peace and security of the country. Addressing a large gathering at the Pashtun-o-Mustahkam Pakistan Convention, Amir Muqam praised the Pashtun community as the \u201cstrength and pride of Pakistan,\u201d highlighting their historic sacrifices for the country\u2019s creation, defence, and stability. He reaffirmed the community\u2019s steadfast commitment to upholding the dignity of the national flag. He lauded the Pashtuns as the backbone and pride of Pakistan, declaring that they would never allow the flag to falter. Their historic sacrifices for the nation\u2019s founding and enduring stability, he noted, are etched in the annals of Pakistan\u2019s history. He said that Pashtuns proudly voted for Pakistan during the referendum before independence, choosing the new homeland with unwavering conviction. \u201cFrom 1947 till today, it has always been the Pashtun land and its brave people who stood guard for Pakistan,\u201d he remarked. He said Pashtun tribes fought shoulder-to-shoulder with the Pakistan Army in the early Kashmir war, travelling on foot with limited resources to free the region now known as Azad Jammu and Kashmir. \u201cTheir blood lies buried on the mountains of Kashmir as a testimony of their love for Pakistan,\u201d he added. He said Pashtuns never hesitated to defend Pakistan\u2019s borders, whether in the fight against terrorism or in safeguarding national security. \u201cOur brave Pashtun soldiers in the Pakistan Army, police and paramilitary forces have rendered unforgettable sacrifices to protect every inch of this homeland,\u201d he said. Amir Muqam paid rich tributes to Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir whom he described as a leader of exceptional courage, discipline and strategic vision \u2014 for safeguarding Pakistan\u2019s borders and reinforcing national unity during a sensitive period. He also said Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif is not only an outstanding administrator and statesman but has also proven his capability as a commander of the nation by reviving the economy, boosting diplomatic stature and firmly supporting the armed forces. \u201cThe respect and recognition Pakistan is now receiving globally is a result of the strong partnership between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and General Asim Munir,\u201d he added. He strongly criticised the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government for prioritising the political interests of one individual instead of welfare of the province. \u201cThe government\u2019s job is not to protect a single man, but to serve the entire population of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,\u201d he asserted. \u201cPlease stop using the name and sacrifices of Pashtuns for personal agendas.\u201d He said that Pashtun youth deserve education, employment and a peaceful environment, not exploitation by political actors. \u201cIf the government truly represents Pashtuns, it should deliver public service \u2014 not slogans,\u201d he added. The minister announced the formation of a dedicated committee to resolve key issues faced by Pashtuns across Pakistan. He reaffirmed the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N)\u2019s commitment to championing the rights and dignity of the Pashtun community. \u201cPashtuns have always stood by Pakistan. Now Pakistan must stand by Pashtuns,\u201d the minister emphasized, underscoring the community\u2019s unwavering loyalty and the need for reciprocal support. Reaffirming unity and national cohesion, he said: \u201cA strong Pakistan is impossible without strong Pashtuns. Pashtuns and Pakistan share one heart and one destiny.\u201d \u201cThe national flag will never fall \u2014 Pashtuns will always hold it high,\u201d he vowed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
ISLAMABAD(National times)- Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit-Baltistan and SAFRON, Engr. Amir Muqam on Friday said that everyone must play their role for the peace and security of the country. Addressing a large gathering at the Pashtun-o-Mustahkam Pakistan Convention, Amir Muqam praised the Pashtun community as the \u201cstrength and pride of Pakistan,\u201d highlighting their historic […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":114958,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-114957","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-national","entry"],"yoast_head":"\n