London Mayor Sadiq Khan said on Friday that Pakistan faces major challenges like many other Islamic countries, but there are opportunities and hopes of improvement and progress through correct policies.
In an interview London Mayor Sadiq Khan commented that the month of Ramzan teaches compassion and charity for others and this message can be utilised to alleviate common people who face hardships.
One of the world’s most iconic places of worship, St Pauls’ Cathedral hosted its first ever iftar for Muslims and also invited members of other faiths to open fast with Muslims. The Naz Legacy Foundation together with St Paul’s Cathedral and the City of London Corporation had organised the interfaith iftar.
The Bishop of London Rt Rev Sarah Mullally welcomed the guests.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan said when he was fasting in his youth days, his friends used to ask him how he could survive without drinking water but now greater awareness exists about Ramzan. He said: “We should redouble our efforts in Ramzan to make sure we end inequalities. It’s important we remain optimistic.”
He added: “There is no place like London in this world. It’s the city that got a Muslim elected as its mayor. It brings together everyone irrespective of their creed, colour and ideology. The iftar at this iconic place is a demonstration of London’s togetherness and greatness. I am proud that we are celebrating our diversity.”
