Pakistan, May 1 -- President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday reiterated their commitment to protecting labour rights, ensuring fair wages and improving working conditions across Pakistan as the country marked International Labour Day.

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In separate messages issued on May 1, both leaders paid tribute to workers and highlighted their role in driving the country's economy and development. Labour Day is observed globally each year to recognise workers' contributions and their historic struggle for better wages, safer workplaces and protection from exploitation.

President Zardari said the day commemorates the sacrifices of workers w...