PR No. 142

Islamabad: October 12, 2026

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 addressed the inaugural ceremony of the 3rd International Seerat Festival today.

The DPM/FM underscored that the Seerah of the Holy Prophet ? offers guidance for promoting justice, mutual respect and understanding among nations.

In this spirit, he highlighted Pakistan’s efforts to build bridges and advance regional peace. He called for adherence to the UN Charter and relevant UN resolutions in addressing the situation in Palestine and resolving the Jammu and Kashmir dispute.

The DPM/FM also emphasized the importance of tolerance and respect for differences in countering extremism. He stressed that education should instil the values of the Seerah in the younger generation.

On the Prime Minister’s directions, the DPM/FM also announced the establishment of a Seerat Endowment Fund with an initial allocation of Rs 100 million to support Seerat studies and promote the teachings of the Holy Prophet ?.

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