Int. Religious Freedom Roundtable Pakistan

2nd #IRF Roundtable @IrfPakistan organized by Ambassador @allamaahsan & @AnilaAli at #Karachi, #Pakistan. "Freedom of religion is a #HumanRights. We all need to hold hands for #peace & #tolerance for each other. @IrfRoundtable @IRF_Ambassador @IrfSecretariat @IRFSummit @StateIRF

PAKISTAN: Ambassador at Large for #GlobalPeace & #HumanRights , Chairman Interfaith Commission for #Peace & Harmony ,@ICPHPakistan , #ICPH & Co-Chair #Pakistan #IRFRoundtable for Pakistan #IRFPakistan Ambassador Imam Muhammad Ahsan Siddiqui @AllamamAhsaan @IrfSecretariat #FoRB

Human Rights Focus Pakistan expressed deep concern about severe religious persecution against Christians. #HumanRights #ReligiousFreedom #Islamabad #saudi2034 timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/pakistan…

#WagnerTonight #maddow #LastWord #ReligiousFreedom Hey Louisiana‼️

Pakistan issued visas to 509 Indian Sikh devotees, including 316 recommended by SGPC, showcasing its commitment to religious cooperation and cross-border harmony. #ReligiousFreedom #IndiaPakistan #SikhDevotees

Standing Together Against Hate Based on Religious Identity Parliament Hill Launch Canadian Interfaith A clip from the media launch from the Parliamentary Press Gallery can be found at: facebook.com/interfaithconv/ #multifaithsummitcouncil #religiousfreedom

#CatholicTwitter #ReligiousFreedom @USCCB @NCRegister ncregister.com/commentaries/r…

Honored to be part of @WilsonCenterMEP collection of stories from amazing women about impact of displacement: @MahfouzSol94817 on #Afghanistan @YemeniFatima on #Yemen @Yara_M_Asi on #Gaza @nouralghraowi on #Syria I interview Hewan Omer @Free_Yezidi on #Sinjar wilsoncenter.org/blog-post/worl…

Congratulations @TXRandy14 on being recognized as a Notable Leader in the 117th Congress, International Religious Freedom Congressional Scorecard! Learn more: irfscorecard.org #ReligiousFreedomForAll

Congratulations to Sen @MarshaBlackburn for being a champion on international #ReligiousFreedom! President @nadinemaenza & @IrfRoundtable members @AniaSineva & William Roberts were honored to present certificate for her vital work during 117th Congress. irfscorecard.org

The @IrfSecretariat released its latest #InternationalReligiousFreedom Congressional Scorecard last week. The scorecard seeks to provide a nonpartisan “summary of actions taken by #Congress on issues related to international religious freedom.” persecution.org/2024/06/14/irf…

We want to recognize @RepDLamborn for his support of International Religious Freedom. Congrats on ranking as a Notable Leader in the 117th Congress IRF Scorecard! We hope to honor all 124 legislators again in the 118th Congress. Co-sponsor @USCIRF Reauthorization! #Hres7025

#WorldRefugeeDay Asylum seekers and refugees are entitled to "all the rights and fundamental freedoms that are spelled out in international human rights instruments" - this includes freedom of thought, conscience, religion and belief. #FreeAbdulbaqi @USCIRF @StephenSchneck

The Provincial Minister for Culture, Tourism, Antiquities, and Archives Sindh @SyZulfiqarShah delivered a speech in the Sindh Assembly. The Provincial Minister praised and congratulated hon'ble Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah on presenting a well-balanced and sound budget . The Minister also Said that the manifesto #ChunoNaiSochKo of Hon'ble Chairman @BBhuttoZardari was for humanity's future and the budget would meet the future needs. He further said that Pakistan Peoples Party had been working up to the mark in terms of addressing challenges being faced by the people. He added in his speech, " providing the poor people with Benazir Hari card and Benazir Mazdoor card are the positive moves of the Sindh Government ". #BudgetSession2024 #SindhGov

🚨Operation Azm-e-Istehkam Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved a reinvigorated & re-energised national counter-terrorism campaign through launch of Operation #Azm_e_Istehkam General Syed Asim Munir #COAS, Air Chief, DG ISI, DG ISPR, DGMO, DGMI attend the high level meeting. The approval was granted during meeting of the Central Apex Committee on National Action Plan that was held in Islamabad chaired by PM Shehbaz Sharif. The decision was taken with consensus of all stakeholders including the Provinces, Gilgit Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir, symbolizing the national resolve to eradicate extremism and terrorism from the country. The forum conducted a comprehensive review of the ongoing counter-terrorism campaign and assessed the internal security situation. The progress on the multi-domain tenets of the National Action Plan was scrutinized, with particular emphasis on identifying shortcomings in the implementation for addressing the same at top priority. It underscored the necessity for a comprehensive and reinvigorated counter-terrorism strategy, founded on complete national consensus and system-wide synergy. Azm-e-Istehkam will integrate and synergize multiple lines of effort to combat the menaces of extremism and terrorism in a comprehensive and decisive manner. In the politico- diplomatic domain, efforts will be intensified to curtail the operational space for terrorists through regional cooperation. The renewed and full blown kinetic efforts of the armed forces will be augmented by full support from all Law Enforcement Agencies, empowered by effective legislation to address legal voids that hinder effective prosecution of terrorism-related cases and award of exemplary punishments to them. The campaign will be duly complemented by socioeconomic measures aimed at addressing genuine concerns of the people and creating an environment that discourages extremist tendencies. The information space will be leveraged to promote a unified national narrative in support of the campaign. The forum reiterated that the fight against extremism and terrorism is Pakistan's war and is absolutely essential for the nation's survival and well-being. The forum resolved that no one will be allowed to challenge the writ of the state without any exception. The forum also reviewed measures to ensure foolproof security for Chinese nationals in Pakistan. Following the Prime Minister's approval, new Standard Operating Procedures were issued to relevant departments, which will enhance mechanisms for providing comprehensive security to Chinese citizens in Pakistan. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said the personnel of armed forces have been rendering sacrifices in the war on terrorism and also registered successes which have no precedence.  He however emphasized the armed forces are not solely responsible to fight this scourage. He said the federal and provincial governments as well as all the institutions will have to play their part. The Prime Minister held out a firm assurance to provide the necessary equipment and resources to the security forces in the fight against terrorism.  The Prime Minister underlined the need for greater coordination and harmony amongst the institutions to achieve concrete results and ensure long term stability. Shehbaz Sharif noted that there should also be clarity of purpose in political and religious ranks in the war against terrorism. This is our war and we have to fight it to protect our future generations. He said we have to move forward with consensus and mutual consultation whilst rising above political differences to achieve our goal. #Pakistan

#ISPR Lieutenant General Rahat Naseem Ahmed Khan, Commander XII Corps, visits Sikh Gurdwara in Quetta, #Balochistan #PakistanArmy promoting interfaith harmony throughout #Pakistan The Sikh community presented him with their traditional chadar, saropa. The Commander went to the Gurdwara and offered Ardas (prayer). On the occasion, personalities from different religions expressed their ideas to promote inter-religious harmony. In his address, the Commander said that inter-faith harmony, tolerance & brotherhood are very important for the development and prosperity of our country. He said we should respect each other's religious beliefs and promote social harmony. During the ceremony, langar was distributed and all participants took part in it, setting an example of unity and harmony. A young man performed a traditional martial art called gatka which was liked and appreciated by the participants.

Barnard, grant amnesty to all the student protestors. Drop the disciplinary charges and reverse the expulsions. The protestors are acting out of moral duty and compassion and they must be protected @BarnardCollege. #barnardamnesty

On this International Day of Women in Diplomacy, we celebrate the incredible contributions of women diplomats, who have represented our nation with excellence and paved the way for a more inclusive & equitable future. Let us support & empower women in all decision-making spheres.

As the death toll rises and the famine worsens, US leadership is desperately needed on #Sudan. @POTUS must take immediate action to rally a global relief response. #Darfur dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1…

Lahore Lahore aye! Will never tire of this stunning view of Badshahi Mosque.