Islamabad (Web Desk): President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday expressed their condolences following the death of the head of Roman Catholic Church Pope Francis.
President Asif Ali Zardari 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, President Zardari 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.
“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,” he said.
President Zardari 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 Shehbaz Sharif on Monday expressed deep grief and sorrow over death Pope Francis.
In a message, he 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,” PM Shehbaz remarked.
The prime minister said that under the leadership of Pope Francis, the Catholic Church spread the message of affection, tolerance, and mutual respect worldwide.
PM Shehbaz said that 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 violation, reflects his peace-loving personality and love for humanity,” the prime minister added.
He said the passing of Pope Francis was the irreparable loss for the entire world especially the Christian Community.
“On behalf of the government and people of Pakistan, I extend heartfelt condolence and sympathy to the Vatican City, the global Christian Community and his followers from around the world,” PM Shehbaz said.
