Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering resolve to eliminate terrorism in all its forms, warning that extremist elements are once again attempting to destabilize the country but will be dealt with decisively and without compromise.
Speaking during a meeting with members of the National Peace Message Committee, the Prime Minister reiterated his government’s commitment to eradicating poverty, unemployment, debt dependency, and terrorism, emphasizing that national unity and collective resolve are more critical today than ever before.
“The menace of terrorism has once again raised its head,” Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said. “The nexus of Khawarij, TTP, and TTA, operating with the backing of hostile forces, is active. However, we will uproot terrorism from Pakistan’s soil and drown it in the Arabian Sea.”
The Prime Minister stressed that Pakistan was founded through immense sacrifices under the leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, with contributions from all schools of thought and minority communities. He reaffirmed that Pakistan guarantees full religious freedom to all faiths, including the right to worship and celebrate religious festivals, and ensures equal opportunities for every citizen to progress based on merit, hard work, and ability.
Highlighting Pakistan’s vast natural resources, the Prime Minister said that with proper governance and effective utilization, the country can overcome challenges such as poverty, unemployment, and mounting debt. He emphasized that sustainable development and economic self-reliance remain central to the government’s national agenda.
Referring to the successful military operation in May 2025, described as Ma’arka-e-Haq (Battle for Truth), Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the Armed Forces of Pakistan delivered a decisive blow to the enemy that would not be forgotten. He attributed the success to divine support, the professionalism of the armed forces, the use of modern technology, and the prayers of the nation’s 240 million citizens. He praised Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir’s leadership, stating that the nation achieved a historic victory under his command.
The Prime Minister paid solemn tribute to more than 100,000 Pakistanis who have sacrificed their lives in the fight against terrorism, including personnel from the armed forces, police, Rangers, and other law enforcement agencies. He recalled that terrorism had been defeated once before in 2018 and reaffirmed that the same determination and resolve would be applied to ensure its complete elimination again.
Addressing the role of religious scholars, National Peace Message Committee Convener Maulana Tahir Ashrafi assured the Prime Minister that the committee would fully uphold the trust placed in it. He announced that a two-day conference of religious scholars and spiritual leaders would be held in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and that committee members would conduct nationwide outreach, engage with security institutions, and play a frontline role in countering extremist narratives.
Participants at the meeting emphasized that religious scholars would actively contribute on the ideological front, confronting extremism and intellectual terrorism. They reaffirmed their commitment to promoting the Paigham-e-Pakistan narrative across educational and social platforms to strengthen peace, tolerance, and national cohesion.
The meeting concluded with a shared resolve that Pakistan will confront terrorism with unity, clarity of purpose, and the combined strength of its institutions and people, ensuring lasting peace and stability for future generations.
