President Asif Ali Zardari marked the 58th Foundation Day of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) on Sunday, paying tribute to the party\u2019s founders and reaffirming its commitment to democracy, social justice, and empowerment. In his message, Zardari said, \u201cOn the 58th Foundation Day of the Pakistan Peoples Party, we pay tribute to our Founder Chairman, Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and to Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, whose vision, courage and sacrifices strengthened Pakistan\u2019s democratic foundations and inspired generations.\u201d He highlighted the PPP\u2019s historic role, saying, \u201cThroughout its history, the PPP has risen to meet the central challenges of its time. When Pakistan faced authoritarian rule, the PPP stood firm as the party of democratic resistance and led the struggle for the restoration of people\u2019s rights. The Party has consistently worked to stabilise the democratic system, foster unity and keep the political process on track.\u201d Zardari also recalled the party\u2019s achievements under Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, noting, \u201cIt was under the leadership of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto that Pakistan received its first consensus Constitution in 1973, a national covenant that continues to guide our democracy. The PPP also takes pride in its role in strengthening the federation, initiating reforms in Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir, laying the foundations of the country\u2019s nuclear programme and advancing landmark reforms in land rights, labour protections, education and social justice.\u201d He traced the party\u2019s involvement in democratic movements, stating, \u201cFrom the MRD and ARD movements to the Charter of Democracy (CoD), the Eighteenth Amendment and the National Action Plan, the PPP has remained central to Pakistan\u2019s democratic evolution.\u201d On the party\u2019s focus on inclusion, Zardari added, \u201cSince its inception, the PPP has been the voice of workers, peasants, women, minorities and all marginalised communities. Their inclusion and empowerment have shaped our political direction and remain at the heart of our mission.\u201d He urged supporters to continue advancing the party\u2019s ideals, saying, \u201cAs we celebrate this day, let us renew our commitment to democracy, social justice, equality and the empowerment of all citizens, particularly women and minorities, whose participation is essential to a peaceful and pluralistic future for Pakistan. I urge all party workers and supporters to uphold democratic unity, protect the federation and work for a tolerant and forward-looking Pakistan.\u201d He concluded with, \u201cLong live the Pakistan Peoples Party. Long live Pakistan.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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