Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan remains steadfast in its commitment to spreading true message of Islam which is love, peace, and tolerance.

In his message on the International Day to Combat Islamophobia today (Saturday), he said Pakistan has reiterated its call on the international community, human rights organizations and global leaders to raise awareness against the scourge of Islamophobia.

The Prime Minister further called for preventing incidents of desecration of the Holy Quran, attacks against mosques and other acts of religious intolerance against Muslims.

Shehbaz Sharif said we reaffirm that no justification exists for blasphemy or the desecration of sacred symbols under the guise of freedom of expression. He said safeguarding the honour of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAWW) is not just a duty for every Muslim but a sacred trust that we uphold with absolute conviction.

He said Pakistan is extremely proud to have led this important initiative at the United Nations.