ISLAMABAD: On the occasion of Youm-e-Takbeer, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to the nation’s historic achievement of becoming a nuclear power in 1998, emphasizing the day as a symbol of national unity and unwavering commitment to Pakistan’s freedom and sovereignty.
In his message, the premier recalled the bold decision by then-Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, who, despite facing economic sanctions, international pressure, and threats, authorised six nuclear tests in May 1998, thereby cementing Pakistan’s status as a nuclear power and rendering its geographical borders invincible.
“Nawaz Sharif represented the aspirations and national interests of the entire nation,” the prime minister said, hailing the leaders, scientists, and armed forces who contributed to the historic nuclear programme.
Highlighting the significance of Youm-e-Takbeer, PM Sharif noted that the day marks not only the successful nuclear tests but also Pakistan’s victory in ‘Marka-e-Haq’ against India’s aggression from May 6 to 10, 1998.
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