A vibrant ceremony was held at Pakistan House in Ankara to celebrate Pakistan\u2019s 78th Independence Day, bringing together members of the Pakistani community, Turkish dignitaries, and friends of Pakistan. The event showcased national pride, cultural heritage, and the enduring fraternal ties between Pakistan and T\u00fcrkiye.<\/p>\n
Guests were welcomed with traditional Pakistani hospitality, enjoying cultural exhibitions, authentic Pakistani cuisine, and stirring performances of patriotic songs that underscored the spirit of unity and patriotism.<\/p>\n
Among the distinguished guests was Mr. Burhan Kaya T\u00fcrk, former Chairman of the Pakistan-T\u00fcrkiye Parliamentary Friendship Group and member of the Turkish Grand National Assembly. In his address, he extended heartfelt congratulations to the people of Pakistan and reflected on his personal ties with the country, having spent part of his student life there. Describing the historical and spiritual relationship between the two nations as \u201ca divine blessing,\u201d he reaffirmed T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s unwavering solidarity with Pakistan and expressed hope for a bright future anchored in mutual respect, trust, and cooperation.<\/p>\n
Pakistan’s Ambassador, Dr. Yousaf Junaid, praised the role of the Pakistani community in projecting a positive image of Pakistan and fostering deeper people-to-people connections between the two countries. Paying tribute to the sacrifices of Pakistan\u2019s founders, he reiterated the nation\u2019s commitment to peace, progress, and prosperity. Highlighting recent achievements such as Operation Buny\u0101n Murs\u016bs and the struggle for truth, Dr. Junaid stated that these successes revitalize the spirit of the Pakistan Movement and further validate the Two-Nation Theory.<\/p>\n
Addressing the issue of Kashmir, Dr. Junaid reaffirmed Pakistan\u2019s principled stance and expressed unwavering solidarity with the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. He pledged Pakistan\u2019s continued political, moral, and diplomatic support for their right to self-determination.<\/p>\n
The ceremony concluded with prayers for Pakistan\u2019s ongoing development, peace, and prosperity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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