President Asif Zardari: Pakistan Has Fought Terrorism Alone for Two Decades
Tribute to Terrorism Victims on International Day
On the occasion of the International Day of Victims of Terrorism, President Asif Zardari honored the sacrifices of those who have fallen victim to terrorism. He paid special tribute to the brave personnel of the security forces and civilians who lost their lives in the fight against terrorism.
Pakistan’s Struggle Against Terrorism
President Zardari highlighted that Pakistan has been battling terrorism alone for the past two decades and is the only country that has successfully controlled terrorist forces. He emphasized the heavy price Pakistan has paid in this war, with thousands of citizens and security personnel losing their lives, including former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto.
Economic Impact and International Cooperation
The President also mentioned the significant economic losses Pakistan has suffered due to terrorism, amounting to billions of dollars. He stressed that anti-Pakistan forces continue to support and finance terrorism covertly and called for strengthened international cooperation and intelligence sharing to effectively combat terrorism on a global scale.
A Day of Remembrance
President Zardari remarked that the International Day of Victims of Terrorism serves as a somber reminder of the pain endured by families who have lost loved ones to terrorist violence, underscoring the need for continued vigilance and global solidarity in the fight against terrorism.