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Chief of Army Staff General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani assured the nation that 'we will preserve our Azadi with honour and dignity', and from position of strength'. Let no one underestimate the resolve of the Armed Forces, and, resilience of Pakistan nation, he said addressing the dawn of 63rd Independence Day of Pakistan Parade at the Military Academy in Kakul. He said we are a peaceful nation with no aggressive designs. However, we are concerned at massive arms acquisition in the regions. He said that Azadi brings both liberty and responsibility. He said that the nation of Pakistan and its identity is based on 'Two Nation Theory'. Islam is the soul and spirit of Pakistan. Islam is our strength. We are and shall always remain Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Inshallah. He emphasised that no extremist or terrorist can impose his distorted version of Islam through violent means. We, in Pakistan, are committed to defend our country against all external and internal threats. He said Pakistan's current fight is against extremism and terrorism. He said that Armed Forces of Pakistan have made tremendous sacrifices to rid the country of the menace of terrorism. Recent operations of Malakand Division are clear examples of the will, determination and professionalism of the Armed Forces.
