ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Sunday paid tribute to the soldiers, officers and personnel of Pakistan Navy for their determination, courage and professional performance in defending maritime borders and interests of the country.
In a message on Navy Day to be observed on September 8, he said, “Today, on Navy Day, I pay tribute to all the soldiers, officers and personnel associated with the Pakistan Navy, whose determination, courage and professional performance of duties have always made the nation proud,” APP reports.
“This day we not only pay tribute to the glorious history of the Pakistan Navy and its officers but also take an opportunity to reiterate the resolve to protect the country’s maritime borders and maritime interests,” he added.
He said, “The history of the Pakistan Navy is full of stories of bravery in which Operation Somnath in the 1965 war holds a memorable status.”
“In this operation, the Pakistan Navy launched a decisive attack on the Indian coastal city of Dwarka and destroyed the communication system,” he recalled, adding, “This operation was not only a demonstration of the bravery and practical capabilities of the Pakistan Navy but it also laid the foundation for the unwavering commitment to safeguard the country’s maritime integrity and sovereignty.”
In a message on International Literacy Day observed on September 8, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the federal and provincial governments were united to promote education and increase the literacy rate. “The main objective of the national literacy campaign is that every child should not only receive basic education but also be familiar with higher education, skills and technical knowledge as this is the only way to prepare generations of the nation for the requirements of the modern era.”
He said, “Today, on International Literacy Day, Pakistan considers it its duty to stand in solidarity with the world and highlight the importance of knowledge and education in the economic and social life of nations and its fundamental role in development and prosperity.”
“Education is not just the ability to read and write or familiarity with the alphabet, but it is a journey towards a bright future by strengthening the foundations of any nation at the individual and collective levels,” he continued.
He said, “This journey of education, training, literacy and knowledge is a continuous effort to improve the generations of any nation. Therefore, it should be the main priority of the government for the overall and meaningful development of any country.”
The prime minister said, “The literacy rate in Pakistan is 60 percent, which is not only lower than the modern requirements of the world but also lower than other countries in South Asia.”
“This worrying situation reminds us that we as a nation need to take all possible steps to make education a priority. So that we can pave the way for the collective development of our children, youth and society,” he stressed.
Ali Raza from Lahore adds: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Sunday met Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervez Malik at Lahore.
The country’s political situation and party’s organisational matters were discussed in the meeting. The energy situation in the country was discussed in detail. The prime minister was briefed on the ongoing projects and reforms in the energy sector.
The prime minister directed special vigilance to ensure uninterrupted supply of petroleum products in view of the flood situation in different parts of the country. The meeting also discussed party affairs and future strategy.
