Pakistan National Day Celebrated in Uzbekistan

Press Release
Pakistan National Day Celebrated in Uzbekistan

A Flag Hoisting Ceremony was held on 23 March 2023 at the premises of the Embassy of Pakistan, Tashkent, to celebrate the 83rd National Day of Pakistan.
The ceremony commenced with the recitation from the Holy Koran. Ambassador of Pakistan, Mr. Ahmed Farooq raised the national flag. During the event, special messages of the President and Prime Minister of Pakistan were also read out.
In his messages, the President, while highlighting the plight of Kashmiri people in IIOJK, paid homage to the visionary founding fathers of this nation for taking timely and prudent political decisions. The Prime Minister’s message urged the nation to stand united and collectively work for the unity and socio-economic development of the country to materialize the dream of Pakistan’s founding fathers.
Speaking on the occasion, Ambassador Ahmed Farooq paid a tribute to the founding fathers and preceding generations of Pakistan for their vision and sacrifices for the independence of Pakistan. He underscored that Pakistan Resolution marked an important milestone in the political struggle of Muslims of subcontinent which ultimately culminated in the attainment of freedom on 14 August 1947.
Ambassador also highlighted the plight of Kashmiri people in the IIOJK and reiterated Pakistan’s political, diplomatic, and moral support for the people of Jammu & Kashmir.
Fateha was also offered for the victims of recent earthquake in Pakistan.
The event was attended by embassy officials and Pakistani community in Uzbekistan.

Tashkent
23 March 2023