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ISLAMABAD, Mar 15 (APP):Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi hosted an Iftar dinner in honor of ambassadors from Muslim countries in Islamabad to come together and formulate a comprehensive strategy to counter Islamophobia.
The event was graced by Acting President of Pakistan and Chairman Senate, Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani, who attended as a special guest.
The Iftar gathering saw participation from ambassadors of Turkey, Malaysia, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Nigeria, Morocco, Bahrain, Tunisia, Jordan, Azerbaijan, Sudan, Syria, Tajikistan, and Somalia. Additionally, representatives from Saudi Arabia, Afghanistan, Iran, Egypt, and Libya were also present.
Prominent political figures in attendance included Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Muhammad Yousaf, Advisor to the Prime Minister on Interior Pervez Khattak, Members of the National Assembly Asma Arbab Alamgir and Sardar Fatehullah Khan Miankhel, Chairperson of Benazir Income Support Program Rubina Khalid, and Members of the Provincial Assembly Ahmad Karim Kundi and Arbab Zarak. Senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also participated in the event.
During the Iftar dinner, discussions revolved around the unity of the Muslim Ummah and the rising trend of Islamophobia globally.
The ambassadors praised the role of Pakistan’s government and people in fostering unity among Muslim nations. They also acknowledged Governor Faisal Karim Kundi’s efforts for development and peace in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
In his address, Governor Kundi expressed gratitude to the ambassadors for attending and emphasized that Ramadan is a sacred month symbolizing unity, brotherhood, and peace for the Muslim world.
He urged Muslim nations to come together and formulate a comprehensive strategy to counter Islamophobia and safeguard the interests of the Muslim Ummah.
He reiterated that Islam is a religion of peace and harmony that advocates for the well-being of humanity and respect for all religions.