May 9 will be remembered as black day in Pakistan’s history: President
On May 9, a politically angry mob created a ruckus across the country, the President said.
Mob damaged government property, military installations: President
President Asif Ali Zardari condemns May 9 violence
May 9 incidents have badly affected the country’s image: President
Violence only serves interests of Pakistan’s enemies: President
Attacks were an attempt to weaken state writ, rule of law and institutions: President
Peaceful protests and constructive criticism are the soul of democracy: President Asif Ali Zardari
The Constitution of Pakistan guarantees fundamental rights to assembly and expression: President
Fundamental rights should be exercised with utmost responsibility as per constitution and law: President
Will not tolerate any attempt to incite violence by misusing fundamental rights: President
We have never seen destruction, vandalism of state property for political gains in responsible democracies: President
President Asif Ali Zardari expresses pride in Pakistan’s armed forces and its institutions
Pakistan’s armed forces have been at the forefront of defending the nation from various threats: President
Those responsible for May 9 violence should be held accountable as per law: President
Pakistan already faces multiple challenges: President
Irresponsible action of political forces affects the process of development: President
Irresponsible actions of political forces also add to socio-economic challenges: President
The current political situation demands that all political parties work for the promotion of tolerance, democratic values.
All parties should work for political dialogue, to guide the nation in the right direction: President
Political parties, parliament, media and civil society should strengthen democracy: President
Promote the culture of rule of law, tolerance, political dialogue and inclusiveness: President
