Excellencies,
Honourable guests,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Welcome to the Pakistan Day
Reception.
On this day, 78 years ago, the Muslims of the Sub-continent,
formally adopted the idea of a separate homeland as their ultimate political
goal.
Within 7 years, Pakistan emerged as a proud, independent State on
14th August 1947.
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Pakistan-Turkey brotherhood is
without parallel in inter-state relations.
It is a heart-to-heart
relationship that transcends boundaries of time and
geography.
The two countries
have always and will continue to stand by and support each other at all times.
We are extremely grateful to the
chief guest, the guests of honour as well as a number of dear friends of
Pakistan, whose presence here today is a matter of great honour for us.
Thank you for sparing the time to
share our joy.
We are also very thankful for the
participation of Turkish Armed Forces’ T-129 ATAK helicopters in our national
day celebrations in Islamabad earlier today.
Our heartfelt thanks also to the
Government of Turkey for lighting the Bridges over Bosphorus in Pakistan’s colours
today, to mark this occasion.
Ladies and gentlemen,
Today’s reception is dedicated to
the celebration of Pakistan’s diversity.
We have prepared a special menu
for you, featuring our regional cuisines.
Please enjoy!
Thank you!
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