Pakistani PM Pays Tribute to Nuclear Milestone on Youm-e-Takbeer

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif marked the 27th anniversary of Youm-e-Takbeer with a message of gratitude, remembrance, and resolve.

He stated, “As the nation celebrates Youm-e-Takbeer, we thank Allah Almighty for His countless blessings and for granting us yet another glorious victory in the face of recent Indian aggression.”

Recalling the historic nuclear test of 1998, he said, “Twenty-seven years ago, on this historic day, PM Mian Nawaz Sharif made Pakistan’s defence invincible with his bold and courageous decision in 1998 to go ahead with a peaceful nuclear test, in the face of strong opposition from many powerful countries. Thus this historic decision gave Pakistan the status of a nuclear power.”

He continued, “I join the nation in paying tribute to Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto for his visionary leadership.”

Acknowledging the contributions of Pakistan’s scientific and defense communities, the Prime Minister stated, “We also honour our brilliant scientists and engineers who turned the vision and aspirations of the entire nation into reality.” He added, “We commend our valiant armed forces for their unwavering resolve and determination to defend the nation’s frontiers against all external and internal threats.”