Prioritize national and State interests for development nationwide

THE Head of State specially remarked at the ceremony honouring recipients of honorary titles on the occasion of the recently held 78th Anniversary of Independence Day that organizations and individuals with differing views and opinions are also once again invited to meet, discuss, and reconcile their differences.

The independence and sovereignty of the State are the very lifeblood of the nation that must be preserved and protected forev­er. It is necessary to learn lessons from the historical events that have occurred in our country and, in the future, build a modern, developed, stable, and peaceful nation, leaving a positive legacy for the country. Only by doing so can our generation and future gener­ations remain loyal to the nation and fulfil their responsibilities. If stability is not maintained, the country may face a situation of collapse once again.

For the stability of inde­pendence and sovereignty, Our Three Main National Causes -- non-disintegration of the Union, non-disintegra­tion of national solidarity and perpetuation of sovereignty – are clearly national duties that every citizen must seriously uphold. Therefore, in build­ing a Union based on genuine discipline, democracy, and a federal system, all ethnic na­tionalities across the Union must give special emphasis, actively cooperate, and faith­fully implement these respon­sibilities.

Nation-building and State-building activities rely primarily not on the efforts of a single individual or a single group but on the collaboration of multiple sectors, bringing together intellectuals, skilled professionals, and capable individuals. Gathering and combining such strengths to implement these activities leads to greater effectiveness and success.

The collective strength of all citizens is vital for the nation. Even under the new government that emerges through elections, it is necessary for everyone to actively and energetically cooperate in nation-building and State-building activities. Only then can a stable, peaceful, and prosperous country be established. When the nation is stable and peaceful, citizens can live in harmony and prioritize both their individual well-being and the development of the country.

In carrying out nation-building and State-building activities, it is not sufficient for the government alone to make efforts and implement them. It is necessary for experts, skilled professionals, capable individuals from all sectors, and all ethnic brothers and sisters to join together and contribute their full knowledge and abili­ties. Only then can the envisioned democratic Union be successfully established within a short period of time. That is why responsible citizens need to prioritize the national and State interests and work hand in hand with the government as quickly as possible.