WASHINGTON D.C: Pakistan Embassy in Washington D.C organized a special ceremony to celebrate Christmas, underscoring Pakistan’s commitment to interfaith harmony and cultural diversity.
Addressing the gathering, Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh highlighted the importance of religious tolerance and coexistence and said Pakistan is a multicultural, multilingual, and multi-ethnic society.
He said that respect for all religions and sharing in one another’s joy strengthens the bonds of humanity. He said that Christmas is not just a happy occasion for the followers of Christianity; it is a joyous occasion for people all around the world.
He said Muslims believe that Christ was a prophet among the chosen messengers of God, one who merited the grace and respect of a revealed scripture.
The Ambassador said that the UN resolutions on interfaith harmony represented global consensus on interfaith harmony and on discouraging incitement to hatred within the universally accepted human rights framework.
Rizwan Saeed Shiekh expressed wish that New Year 2026 brings peace, progress, and prosperity to the entire world, and that the spirit of Christmas is cherished by mankind not only in 2026 but throughout the months and years ahead.
During the ceremony, a Christmas cake was cut, and gifts were presented to the Christian staff members in appreciation of their dedicated service.
