On the occasion of Pakistan National Day a solemn flag hoisting ceremony was held in the Pakistan High
Commission, Dhaka. High Commissioner Imran Haider raised the flag in the presence of members of
Pakistani community, students, representatives of civil society and local media.
The occasion marked historic day of 23 March 1940 when visionary leaders of Pakistan Movement, under
the leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, passed the Pakistan Resolution laying the
foundation for an independent homeland for the Muslims.
Messages from the President of Pakistan Mr Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Mr Muhammad Shehbaz
Sharif and Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar were read out,
emphasizing the significance of the day and reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to progress and unity. It
was reiterated that Pakistan is a proponent of global peace; however, sustainable peace in South Asia is
linked to the just resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. We will continue to extend moral, political,
and diplomatic support to our brothers and sisters in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir
(IIOJK). Solidarity with the people of Palestine was also expressed. It was highlighted that operation
Ghazab-lill- Haq is a symbol of national resolve against terrorism and unprovoked aggression.
The High Commissioner extended felicitations to Pakistani diaspora in Bangladesh. He paid rich tributes
to the founding fathers for the sacrifices made for the creation of Pakistan. He underscored the
importance of reflecting on this legacy and renewing collective resolve to build a strong and prosperous
Pakistan in line with the vision of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
A pictorial exhibition was also organized to pay homage to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah for his
glorious struggle and leadership for the independence of Muslims in South Asia. The ceremony
concluded with dua for prosperity and progress of Pakistan.
