Islamabad
\nPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in separate telephonic conversations, on Wednesday extended warm greetings to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Qatar Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani on the auspicious occasion of Eid ul Adha.
\nDuring the telephonic conversation, PM Shehbaz felicitated the government and the people of Turkey on this auspicious occasion. Reciprocating PM Shehbaz\u2019s sentiments, President Erdogan extended warm Eid greetings to the people of Pakistan.
\nThe Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee announced the sighting of the Zil Hajj moon in Pakistan meaning that Eid ul Adha will be celebrated across the country on June 29 (tomorrow) with religious fervour and zeal.
\nMuslims across the globe celebrate the holy festival every year on the 10th of Zilhajj by slaughtering animals such as goats, sheep, and cows. The festival commemorates Prophet Ibrahim\u2019s (AS) willingness to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to Allah.
\nDuring the telephonic conversation, PM Shehbaz also felicitated the Turkish president and its public on this auspicious occasion. The premier thanked the Turkish president for inviting him to the swearing-in ceremony.
\nThe two leaders reiterated their commitment to further enhance mutual cooperation in economic, defence and other fields.
\nThey agreed that the 7th Session of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council (HLSCC) to be held in Islamabad, will provide a leadership driven and forward oriented impetus to further strengthen the close fraternal relations between the two countries, especially in the economic domain.
\nMeanwhile, PM Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone call with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar and greeted him on the Eid. Both leaders reciprocated warm wishes and felicitations on this holy occasion.
\nPakistan and Qatar enjoy deep rooted relation marked with shared faith, common aspirations and values. Both countries maintain multifaceted relation encompassing cooperation in the areas of energy, food security, defence, labour, IT and trade.<\/p>\n
Qatar hosts over 250,000 Pakistani Diaspora, which contributes significantly towards development of both nations.<\/p>\n
World leaders wish Muslims on Eid
\nEarlier today, world leaders have sent their wishes and blessings to Muslims as the faithful celebrate Eid ul Adha in several countries after the end of the Hajj pilgrimage in Makkah.<\/p>\n
Taking to Twitter, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken extended well wishes to the Muslims celebrating the festival and who have offered the Hajj pilgrimage.<\/p>\n
\u201cWishing all Muslims a blessed Eid al-Adha filled with celebration, community, and service to others. We also extend well wishes to those participating in the Hajj pilgrimage. Eid Mubarak and Hajj Mabroor,\u201d the top United States diplomat wrote on Twitter.<\/p>\n
United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres gave his best wishes to the Muslims on the occasion.<\/p>\n
\u201cBest wishes to all celebrating #EidAlAdha. At a time of division and conflict, let\u2019s draw inspiration from the values of compassion and solidarity that inspire this celebration. Eid Mubarak,\u201d the UN chief wrote on Twitter.<\/p>\n
Scotland\u2019s First Minister Hamza Yousuf also wished the Muslims in the country and around the world a happy Eid.<\/p>\n
\u201cFor Muslims all over the globe, it is an important time to reiterate the values of devotion, thanksgiving and charity. Eid Mubarak,\u201d the Pakistani-origin Scottish leader wrote.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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