ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday expressed deep sorrow over the death of Pope Francis and paid tribute to the late Pope’s commitment to interfaith harmony, compassion, and peaceful coexistence.
The president extended his condolences on behalf of the government and the people of Pakistan to the Vatican and the entire Catholic community on the sad demise.
While paying tribute to his services, the president said that Pope Francis would be remembered for his efforts in promoting peace, social justice, inter-faith dialogue, and the well-being of the most vulnerable communities worldwide.
He remarked that Pope Francis was a powerful voice for peace and justice, and his efforts to bring together communities of different faiths and promote mutual understanding would always be remembered.
The president termed the Pope’s passing as a great loss not only for Christians but for all those who valued peace and dialogue among religions.
Prime Minister’s Message of Condolence:
Similarly, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday expressed deep grief and sorrow over the death of the head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis.
In a message, the prime minister said that Pope Francis always guided billions of people to promote peace and love.
“Late Pope Francis was a symbol of inter-faith harmony, peace, and humanity,” the prime minister remarked.
The prime minister said that under his leadership, the Catholic Church spread the message of affection, tolerance, and mutual respect worldwide.
The message of Pope Francis was a source of inspiration for not only the Christians but for also the followers of all the religions.
“Pope Francis’ recent statement on Easter calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and Palestine, and an end to the human rights violations, reflects his peace-loving personality and love for humanity,” the prime minister added.
Paying tribute to the services of late Pope Francis, the prime minister said his efforts to bring together communities of different faiths would always be remembered.
He said the passing of Pope Francis was an irreparable loss for the entire world, especially the Christian Community.
On behalf of the government and people of Pakistan, I extend heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the Vatican City, the global Christian Community and its followers from around the world,” the prime minister said.
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