Pakistan, July 12 -- President Asif Ali Zardari has said that the population and development are deeply interconnected.

This was stated by Presient Asif Ali Zardari in his message on the World Population Day observed on Saturday.

President Zardari said "On the occasion of World Population Day, observed globally under the theme "Realising the Hopes and Aspirations of Young People - Today and for the Future," I join the international community in reflecting on evolving population trends and reaffirming our collective commitment to building a society where every citizen can live with dignity, health and opportunity".

President Zardari said Pakistan is blessed with a young and vibrant population. More than sixty-five per cent of our citize...