Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday made it clear that the country will not compromise on sovereignty.

Addressing an event in connection with Defence and Martyrs Day at GHQ in Rawalpindi. The premier underscored the importance of upholding peace. “The nations lead to prosperity by embracing peace. Pakistan wants peaceful relations with its neighbours as to maintain peace is our topmost priority.”

“Pakistan has always played a positive role to uphold stability in the region. The country has played a significant role in a bid to end the menace of terrorism,” he said.

PM Shehbaz said: “The borders of Pakistan are the symbol of peace themselves.

Lavishing his praise on the Pakistan Armed Forces, PM Shehbaz said: “I would like to pay my tribute to the army, navy, and air forces. I express my gratitude to each and every soldier and ghazis.”

The premier made it clear that Pakistan will continue to ask the world for justice on Kashmir and Palestine issues.

“The masses stand against any moment designed to weaken the country’s foundation. There is no solution to the problems by embracing the foul language.”

– Khawaja Asif pays glowing tribute to martyrs on Defence Day –

Separately, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Friday paid glowing tribute to the martyrs on the occasion of the 59th Defence Day.

Expressing his thoughts on occasion of September 6, Asif said: "It is due to the great sacrifices of the martyrs that the country has become invincible."

"The enemies are supporting the terrorism from across the border," Asif lamented.

He maintained: "We will protect every nook and cranny of the country.".