Pakistan’s missions across the globe on Wednesday celebrated the 78th Independence Day with various colorful events to mark the significance of the historic day. Embassies, Consulate Generals and High Commissions in different countries held flag hoisting ceremonies in which messages of the President and Prime Minister of Pakistan were read out. The Pakistani diaspora participated in large numbers to express their patriotism and binding affection with the motherland.
Pakistan High Commission, London celebrated 78th Independence Day with traditional zeal and enthusiasm on Wednesday. Pakistan High Commissioner to the UK Dr. Mohammad Faisal hoisted Pakistan flag to the tune of National Anthem.
The special ceremony commenced with the recitation of the Holy Quran, and reading out of messages of the President, the Prime Minister and the Foreign Minister. In his address on the occasion, High Commissioner Dr. Mohammad Faisal paid homage to the founding fathers who struggled and sacrificed for a homeland, where the Muslims of the sub-continent could live with dignity and pride, a press release said.
He paid tributes to Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah for his selfless struggle for Pakistan and reaffirmed resolve to realizing Allama Iqbal’s vision for a strong and prosperous Pakistan. The High Commissioner also reaffirmed Pakistan’s support at all fora for the Kashmiri and Palestinian brethren who are striving for their right to self-determination. During the ceremony, the High Co.