- According to him, the PPP has always resisted authoritarian rule and kept the political process stable.
- Highlights the party’s role in the 1973 Constitution and major social and political reforms.
- Notes PPP’s involvement in MRD, ARD, CoD and 18th Amendment.
President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday marked the 58th Foundation Day of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), paying tribute to the party’s founders and reaffirming its commitment to democracy, social justice and empowerment.
In his message, Zardari said, “On the occasion of the 58th Foundation Day of Pakistan People’s Party, we pay tribute to our founding president, Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, whose vision, courage and sacrifices strengthened Pakistan’s democratic foundations and inspired generations.
He highlighted the historical role of the PPP, saying, “Throughout its history, the PPP has risen to meet the central challenges of its times. When Pakistan was faced with authoritarian rule, the PPP stood firm as the party of democratic resistance and led the struggle for the restoration of people’s rights. The Party has constantly worked to stabilize the democratic system, foster unity and keep the political process on the right track.”
Zardari also recalled the party’s achievements under Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, noting: “It was under the leadership of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto that Pakistan received its first consensual Constitution in 1973, a national compact that continues to guide our democracy. The PPP is also proud of its role in strengthening the federation, by initiating reforms in Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir, by posing the foundations of the country’s nuclear program and advance historic reforms in land rights, labor protections, education and social justice.
He traced the party’s involvement in democratic movements, saying: “From the MRD and ARD movements to the Charter of Democracy (CoD), the Eighteenth Amendment and the National Action Plan, the PPP has remained at the heart of Pakistan’s democratic evolution. »
On the party’s focus on inclusion, Zardari added: “Since its inception, the PPP has been the voice of workers, farmers, women, minorities and all marginalized communities. Their inclusion and empowerment have shaped our political direction and remain at the heart of our mission.”
He urged his supporters to continue promoting the ideals of the party, saying: “As we celebrate this day, let us renew our commitment to democracy, social justice, equality and the empowerment of all citizens, especially women and minorities, whose participation is essential to a peaceful and pluralistic future for Pakistan. I urge all activists and supporters of the party to uphold democratic unity, protect the federation and work towards a united Pakistan tolerant and forward-looking.”
He concluded with: “Long live Pakistan People’s Party. Long live Pakistan.”
