In his Eid message to the nation yesterday, the Prime Minister praised the Muslim community for continuing to be a “very significant force in national development” and contributing to building the foundations of an independent TT.
“This approach is greatly needed as, with the rest of the world, we struggle to emerge from the impact of a global slowdown. We must be guided more than ever by self restraint, industry, thrift, charity and a sense of community,” Manning declared. Observing that these were characteristics demonstrated by Muslim families, the Prime Minister said every citizen would do well to follow their example.
Manning warned that if this does not happen, “we will lose the opportunity to develop the greater national strength and cohesion absolutely necessary due to the uncertainties that all nations face in the course of their development.”
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