ISLAMABAD: Marking the 26th anniversary of Pakistan's first successful nuclear test, its top leadership on Tuesday said the historic step in 1998 ensured "credible minimum deterrence" to protect the country's territorial integrity.
Pakistan conducted six nuclear tests inside a deeply dug tunnel in the remote Chaghi Mountains of Balochistan province on May 28, 1998, to respond to India's nuclear tests at the Indian Army's Pokhran TESS range the same month.
The state-run Radio Pakistan stated that Pakistan's nuclear tests were conducted in response to regional security dynamics and ensured that Pakistan's defense capabilities were strong and reliable. In 1998, Pakistan became the world's seventh nuclear nation and the first Muslim state, with It had a nuclear arsenal in its defense stockpile to exercise deterrence.
It is named as Yaum-e-Takbir, which translates as 'Day of Greatness' or 'Day of God's Greatness', and is celebrated annually with national enthusiasm and enthusiasm, Sharif Has declared Tuesday as a public holiday for the first time in recent times.,
Greeting the nation in his message on social media platform It encapsulates the story of our country's difficult but remarkable path towards establishing credible minimum deterrence," he said, adding, "On this historic day in 1998, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif resisted the pressures and temptations of making Pakistan a nuclear power. Had demonstrated bold leadership by rejecting. -Armed nation.”
Sharif also paid tribute to Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, the founder of Pakistan's nuclear programme, for his "strategic foresight and unwavering commitment to the cause".
Sharif said the nation must resolve to work tirelessly to ensure economic security in the same spirit in which it made Defense Invincible on May 28, 1998.In a post on Twitter, the Foreign Office paid rich tribute to Pakistan's scientists, engineers and technicians for their contribution to the country's nuclear program "which has also played an important role in the country's socio-economic development".
"Pakistan's nuclear program enjoys the unanimous support of all sections of Pakistani society, including political parties, armed forces, scientific community, academia and the public at large. Pakistan is committed to global regional peace and stability and Pakistan's security The resolution reaffirms 'territorial integrity, independence and sovereignty,' it said.
Although both Prime Minister Sharif and the Foreign Office avoided mentioning the nuclear project acknowledging the contribution of the father of Pakistan's nuclear weapons programme, Information Minister Ataullah Tarar praised the "architect of the nuclear programme, Dr Abdul Qadir Khan, hi team". Paid tribute to.And all scientists” In his message, Acting President Yousuf Raza Gilani reiterated his resolve to continue working for a peaceful and stable world. “We have successfully demonstrated our nuclear capabilities and joined the ranks of nuclear powers,” he said. He said that Yaum-e-Takbir serves as a testament to our country's resilience, unwavering determination and commitment to maintaining regional peace and stability.
The Pakistan Army said in a statement that the armed forces pay tribute to the unwavering dedication and selfless sacrifice of all those who contributed to this remarkable achievement despite overwhelming odds.
The statement said the armed forces reaffirm their unwavering resolve to defend the motherland, safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity and ensure the security of the country at all times and at any cost.National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq highlighted that the nuclear test was "a clear message to the world that the country's defense was impenetrable and it ensured the balance of power in the region."
"The successful nuclear tests have highlighted Pakistan's ability to firmly face challenges," he said in a statement.
Maryam Nawaz, chief minister of Punjab and daughter of Nawaz Sharif, who was prime minister at the time, stressed that Yaum-e-Takbir was "a day of pride not only for Pakistan but also for the Islamic world". made Pakistan a nuclear power; Now it is our mission to make it economically invincible,” he said in a statement shared by his party.
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari recalled the legacy of Bhutto and congratulated all Pakistanis "who envisioned making Pakistan a nuclear power".In a statement, describing the scientists and others involved in nuclear testing as the country's "heroes", he said his mother Benazir had "strongly carried forward the vision" of his grandfather with "key services, including the provision of modern missile technology". .
Pakistan conducted six nuclear tests inside a deeply dug tunnel in the remote Chaghi Mountains of Balochistan province on May 28, 1998, to respond to India's nuclear tests at the Indian Army's Pokhran TESS range the same month.
The state-run Radio Pakistan stated that Pakistan's nuclear tests were conducted in response to regional security dynamics and ensured that Pakistan's defense capabilities were strong and reliable. In 1998, Pakistan became the world's seventh nuclear nation and the first Muslim state, with It had a nuclear arsenal in its defense stockpile to exercise deterrence.
It is named as Yaum-e-Takbir, which translates as 'Day of Greatness' or 'Day of God's Greatness', and is celebrated annually with national enthusiasm and enthusiasm, Sharif Has declared Tuesday as a public holiday for the first time in recent times.,
Greeting the nation in his message on social media platform It encapsulates the story of our country's difficult but remarkable path towards establishing credible minimum deterrence," he said, adding, "On this historic day in 1998, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif resisted the pressures and temptations of making Pakistan a nuclear power. Had demonstrated bold leadership by rejecting. -Armed nation.”
Sharif also paid tribute to Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, the founder of Pakistan's nuclear programme, for his "strategic foresight and unwavering commitment to the cause".
Sharif said the nation must resolve to work tirelessly to ensure economic security in the same spirit in which it made Defense Invincible on May 28, 1998.In a post on Twitter, the Foreign Office paid rich tribute to Pakistan's scientists, engineers and technicians for their contribution to the country's nuclear program "which has also played an important role in the country's socio-economic development".
"Pakistan's nuclear program enjoys the unanimous support of all sections of Pakistani society, including political parties, armed forces, scientific community, academia and the public at large. Pakistan is committed to global regional peace and stability and Pakistan's security The resolution reaffirms 'territorial integrity, independence and sovereignty,' it said.
Although both Prime Minister Sharif and the Foreign Office avoided mentioning the nuclear project acknowledging the contribution of the father of Pakistan's nuclear weapons programme, Information Minister Ataullah Tarar praised the "architect of the nuclear programme, Dr Abdul Qadir Khan, hi team". Paid tribute to.And all scientists” In his message, Acting President Yousuf Raza Gilani reiterated his resolve to continue working for a peaceful and stable world. “We have successfully demonstrated our nuclear capabilities and joined the ranks of nuclear powers,” he said. He said that Yaum-e-Takbir serves as a testament to our country's resilience, unwavering determination and commitment to maintaining regional peace and stability.
The Pakistan Army said in a statement that the armed forces pay tribute to the unwavering dedication and selfless sacrifice of all those who contributed to this remarkable achievement despite overwhelming odds.
The statement said the armed forces reaffirm their unwavering resolve to defend the motherland, safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity and ensure the security of the country at all times and at any cost.National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq highlighted that the nuclear test was "a clear message to the world that the country's defense was impenetrable and it ensured the balance of power in the region."
"The successful nuclear tests have highlighted Pakistan's ability to firmly face challenges," he said in a statement.
Maryam Nawaz, chief minister of Punjab and daughter of Nawaz Sharif, who was prime minister at the time, stressed that Yaum-e-Takbir was "a day of pride not only for Pakistan but also for the Islamic world". made Pakistan a nuclear power; Now it is our mission to make it economically invincible,” he said in a statement shared by his party.
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari recalled the legacy of Bhutto and congratulated all Pakistanis "who envisioned making Pakistan a nuclear power".In a statement, describing the scientists and others involved in nuclear testing as the country's "heroes", he said his mother Benazir had "strongly carried forward the vision" of his grandfather with "key services, including the provision of modern missile technology". .
