Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has congratulated and paid tribute to Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and to Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces.
Both leaders have been jointly placed at the top of the world’s 500 most influential Muslims. The list, titled “The Muslim 500”, is published every year by the Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre of Jordan, which is counted among the most authentic and credible research institutions of the Muslim world.
In his message, the Chairman Senate said that this is a moment of great joy for the entire nation. He said that such recognition from an institution whose opinion is regarded as credible across the world is clear evidence that Pakistan’s voice is heard with attention on the global stage today.
Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani said that this honour is a recognition of the joint struggle of the country’s civil and military leadership. He said that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir led the country with one vision and one purpose. Because of that unity, Pakistan achieved victory in war and also proved its worth in the field of diplomacy as a responsible nation.
The Chairman Senate said that today Pakistan is viewed across the world with honour and dignity. He said this standing did not come easily. Behind it lie the sacrifices of our martyrs, the courage of the Armed Forces of Pakistan and the unwavering resolve of the people.
