Pakistan marked its 27th Youm-e-Takbeer (Day of Tests) commemoration today in ISLAMABAD, marking the day in 1998 when nuclear tests were conducted at Chagai, Balochistan – becoming seventh globally and first Muslim nation with nuclear capabilities. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif led in reaffirming Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity in front of an applauding nation reiterating their commitment. Sabah News+9 App +9 Geo News International + 1 President Zardari extended warmest felicitations to all Pakistanis on this special occasion of Youm-e-Takbeer and established deterrence through nuclear capabilities, noting, “Today marks 27 years since Pakistan demonstrated and established strategic deterrence with nuclear capabilities and established minimum deterrence. Dunya News The News International Geo News are reporting this event. President Zardari thanked all those involved, including scientists, engineers, civil and military leadership and civil society in Pakistan, who contributed to Pakistan’s nuclear achievement with their tireless work. He recognized Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s foundational role in initiating Pakistan’s nuclear program as well as Benazir Bhutto’s contributions in further developing it. President Zardari highlighted Pakistan’s commitment to peaceful coexistence and respect for international law; noting its strategic patience against Indian aggression during recent unprovoked Indian aggression by Pakistani and China. ecologiquetourism Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in his Youm-e-Takbeer message described Youm-e-Takbeer as an important day for national unity and the defense of freedom and sovereignty, linking this year’s commemoration with Pakistan’s recent success in repelling an “unjustified war imposed by India” during May 6-10 confrontation. He paid a tribute to Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan, the military, and others involved with building Pakistan’s deterrent capabilities by utilising its nuclear program including Zulfikar Ali Bhutto; Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan for creating such capability in building Pakistan’s deterrence capability and creating deterrence capability within. These individuals earned praise from numerous media outlets that included Dunya News (+5) as well as The Express Tribune +5. On the occasion of Youm-e-Takbeer, Pakistan’s Armed Forces extended warm greetings and felicitations to its people on 27th anniversary. ISPR issued a press release asserting that Pakistan’s strategic capabilities reflect collective aspirations amongst its population, while they reaffirmed their resolve to defend against all threats while emphasizing nuclear capability as solely defensive and as an instrument for peace. App: Dunya News | The Express Tribune National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq also extended congratulations, noting that Youm-e-Takbeer symbolizes Pakistan’s scientific and military resolve and sending a clear message to enemies: Pakistan shall never compromise on defense. He applauded Pakistani forces’ valor during recent Indian aggression while Operation Bunyanun Marsus provided evidence of combat readiness and military prowess of Operation Bunyanun Marsus; these comments can be found here, Dunya Newsapp (+4) or Sabah news (+4). As Pakistan marks this important event, leaders across political and military spectrums have pledged renewed dedication in turning Pakistan into a leading economic power and taking its rightful place on the world stage.
