Abu Dhabi : Pakistan Embassy to the United Arab Emirates organised an event to commemorate Pakistan’s National Day. The event was attended by Pakistani community members including women and children as well as embassy officials. The ceremony was inaugurated with the flag hoisting by Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi and playing of the National Anthem. National Day messages by the President and the Prime Minister of Pakistan were read out. A group of Pakistani students sang milli naghmas with passion and enthusiasm.
Speaking on the occasion, Ambassador Tirmizi recalled the long and heroic struggle and sacrifices of the Muslims of sub-continent, resulting in Pakistan’s independence. The Ambassador emphasised the need of unity, tolerance and harmony in the society to counter formidable economic challenges and making Pakistan a stable
and prosperous country. Emphasising the value of independence and freedom, he reiterated Pakistan’s principled position for the realization of the right to self determination of the people of IIOJK and Palestine who have remained victim of aggression and violence by the occupation forces for decades.
The Ambassador highlighted the significance of strong bilateral relations between Pakistan and the UAE and underscored the important role played by pakistanis in the progress and prosperity of the UAE. He mentioned that Pakistanis residing in the UAE have made huge contribution in Pakistan’s economy in overcoming economic challenges.
Availing the opportunity, he also called upon the community members to remain valuable asset of the UAE society and continue to abide by UAE’s laws, rules as well as norms.
