http:\/\/vid.app.com.pk\/vid\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/President-and-PM-at-Flag-Hoisting-Ceremony-14-08-2017.mp4<\/a><\/video><\/div>\nISLAMABAD, Aug 14 (APP): President Mamnoon Hussain Monday urged the nation to bury their differences and get united for the stability and development of the country.
\nHe said those nations of the world tread on the path of development and progress that had castaway despondency with determination to achieve their national objectives.
\nSpeaking at a ceremony held at the Jinnah Convention Center to mark 70th Independence Day, the president said today, they were hoisting the national flag to pay tributes to the historic struggle of the leaders of Independence Movement.
\nHe said it was a time to retrospect over the long history of construction, development and stability of Pakistan.
\nAmid huge applause by the audience, the president said certain issues confronted by the country also required review by all and sundry.
\n\u201cWhile we happily hoist the national flag today, we need to reiterate our strong resolve to always uphold the values of determination and dedication for the objective of development of Pakistan,\u201d he added.
\nHe said some elders raised questions about certain matters whereas the youth felt anxious about their future.
\nThe challenging surrounding situation has created intensity in behaviors, he noted, adding \u201cIn such a situation, the national occasion like Independence Day not only provides an opportunity to deliberate but also paves the way for resolving these issues.\u201d
\nThe president said that he believed that the universal ideals, teachings of the freedom movement leaders and the glorious history could provide answers to all these burning questions of our era in the light of which they could improve their present and the future.
\n\u201cIt is good to think and be concerned about future of the country but it is not right to be dejected because the nations which tread the path with great determination are always successful in overcoming their challenges,\u201d he added.
\nThe president said during review, examples of their unprecedented success in various spheres of life would come forth and some problems would also be identified which led to the creation of issues.
\nHe said the nations in the world had faced myriad issues but they rose up after mustering strength from trials and tribulations.
\nHe advised the youth that instead of becoming frustrated they should demonstrate wisdom and become a source of fulfillment of national goals.
\nHe stressed that emulation of basic principles in life and sticking to respect for the rule of law by individuals in their personal lives could help achieve marvels.
\nThe president said the national issues should be judged in their true perspective rather than seeing them out of context.
\nHe noted that democratic and parliamentary system reflected the desire of the whole nation and urged the nation to rise above their minor divides and work for the solidarity and stability of the country.
\nHe said since the creation of Pakistan, the country experimented with different systems of government but what was the reason that continuity has not been attained in these matters.
\nOne reason could be that instead of giving due time to these systems for proper development, they became restless due to which these systems could not fully develop according to their natural pace.
\n\u201cThat is why it is imperative that before treading a new path, experiences of the past should be thoroughly reviewed,\u201d he added.
\nHe urged the whole nation especially all stakeholders to unite under the Constitution of Pakistan in the national interest by setting aside their differences and ensure its supremacy.
\nThe Constitution was a document which would show path to realize national objectives by rising above our personal interests, he added.
\nThe president said it would also guarantee progress and stability of the motherland as a manifestation of national aspirations.
\nThe president said if circumstances from the freedom movement and creation of Pakistan were reviewed minutely then it became clear that the nation\u2019s temperament was primarily democratic and parliamentary upon which it had repeatedly expressed its confidence.
\n\u201cIt is ironic that the system in line with our temperament could not fully develop. In such cases, it is necessary that the nation should create a broader consensus by rising above parochial and class interests,\u201d he added.
\nHe said it was imperative that they all respected their collective decisions to smoothly continue the journey of national development instead of undertaking new experiences.
\n\u201cIt will lead to stability of the state and its system, maturity of democratic behaviors and also pave the way for national development. Unless all segments and schools of thought of the society are completely united on a national strategy, success remains elusive,\u201d he stressed.
\nThe president said the poet-philosopher Allama Muhammad Iqbal and Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah were the leaders who remained unnerved and encouraged the Muslims to follow the path of moderation and sagacity.
\nIn present conditions, the nation also expected the same conduct from the leadership that they should protect the future of the country and nation by rising above their parochial and vested interests.
\n\u201cIn this perspective, I want to make it clear that if sanity did not prevail in the current situation then our dream of economic revival will not be materialized and the nation will never forgive us for this laxity,\u201d he warned.
\nWelcoming the presence of Chinese Vice Premier Wang Yang, the president said it reflected the deep ties between Pakistan and China as both countries had shared views on various global issues.
\nThe bilateral ties were significant ones in the context of bilateral progress, prosperity and regional cooperation and stability.
\nThe president said that the glittering moon and star on the national flag were reflective of happiness of the people of this country and guided them towards the path to progress and excellence.
\nThe president expressed the hope that the nation, especially youth, would perform their national duty in such a befitting manner that they would forever be remembered in golden words in history.
\nSpeaking on the occasion, Vice-Premier of the State Council of People\u2019s Republic of China Wang Yang highlighted the significance of Pak-China ties resembling them to proverbial higher than mountains, stronger than steal and sweeter than honey.
\nWang Yang felicitated the Pakistani nation on its 70th Independence Day and expressed his government\u2019s determination to support Pakistan in its efforts for development, regional stability and securing its national interests and sovereignty.
\nHe said the Pakistani nation was a hard working, peace loving and determined one and its sacrifices against terrorism were unmatched and unforgettable.
\nWith self reliance and hard work, the nation was excelling in different fields of life, he added.
\nThe vice premier said China and Pakistan stood closely as ever on different world issues after establishment of their bilateral ties.
\nHe recounted Pakistan\u2019s support for China in difficult times and said the all weather friendship stood tests of time.
\nUnder the vision of President Xi Jinping. China wanted to further take this strategic partnership to new heights.
\nYang said the Chinese government desired to accelerate and accomplish the mega project launched under China Pakistan Economic Corridor for greater economic prosperity of the Pakistani nation.
\nChina wanted to further increase the bilateral cooperation in other sectors like health, sports, academic, scientific knowledge etc and exchanges of cultural and academic delegations, he added.
\nHe said China believed in the beauty of performance upon which permanent friendship was based.
\nChina always considered Pakistan as a good neighbour and would remain its friend and brother.
\nThe visiting dignitary was given a very warm welcome by the audience.
\nSchool children dressed in national attire and carrying national flags cheered loudly during the speech made by Chinese vice premier.<\/p>\n
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