{"id":102919,"date":"2025-12-25T12:15:09","date_gmt":"2025-12-25T12:15:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/pakistans-strength-lies-in-its-diversity-beyond-religion-ethnicity-caste-or-creed-cdf\/"},"modified":"2025-12-25T12:15:09","modified_gmt":"2025-12-25T12:15:09","slug":"pakistans-strength-lies-in-its-diversity-beyond-religion-ethnicity-caste-or-creed-cdf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/pakistans-strength-lies-in-its-diversity-beyond-religion-ethnicity-caste-or-creed-cdf\/","title":{"rendered":"Pakistan's strength lies in its diversity beyond religion, ethnicity, caste or creed: CDF"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Rawalpindi: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, COAS & CDF, attended the Christmas celebrations at Christ Church in Rawalpindi, joining the Christian community in commemorating the joyous occasion, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Thursday.<\/strong><\/p>\n

According to the military media wing, he extended heartfelt Christmas greetings and best wishes for peace, harmony and prosperity to the community.<\/p>\n

Paying tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the Field Marshal highlighted the Founder\u2019s vision of equality, freedom and religious tolerance, emphasising the protection of minority rights as a cornerstone of Pakistan\u2019s ideology.<\/p>\n

Interacting with the congregation, Field Marshal highlighted the enduring contributions of Pakistani Christians to national development and security, including their proud and distinguished service in the Pakistan Armed Forces across generations.<\/p>\n

He also stressed upon the importance of interfaith harmony, mutual respect and unity, stating that Pakistan\u2019s strength lies in its diversity, equal opportunities and shared constitutional values beyond religion, ethnicity, caste and creed.<\/p>\n

The COAS & CDF reaffirmed Pakistan Armed Forces\u2019 commitment to upholding the dignity, security and equal rights of all citizens, as enshrined in the Constitution of Pakistan.<\/p>\n

The Christian community leaders expressed gratitude for the Field Marshal\u2019s visit, acknowledging Pakistan Armed Forces\u2019 role for protection of homeland, inclusivity, religious harmony, and national unity in Pakistan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Rawalpindi: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, COAS & CDF, attended the Christmas celebrations at Christ Church in Rawalpindi, joining the Christian community in commemorating the joyous occasion, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Thursday. 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