Malala symbol of a progressive Pakistan: President Zardari

PARIS: President Zardari has announced the formation of the Malala fund for girl’s education throughout the world and Pakistan.

The president attended the ‘Stand up for Malala – Stand up for girl’s right to education’ conference being held here.

Addressing the conference, President Zardari said Malala Yousafzai was the symbol of a progressive Pakistan and was attacked by the forces of darkness.

“I have no doubt that our resolve to provide education to all is the best strategy to defeat the forces of violence.”

The president added that there was a need for long term political reforms which were the key to education.

Organized jointly by Pakistan and UNESCO, the conference, coinciding with International Human Rights Day is being held to pay tribute to Malala Yousafzai.