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“Abiding commitment to Quaid’s Vision is the best path forward for Pakistan” — ISSI’s Web Celebration on Independence Day 2023

14Aug

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“Abiding commitment to Quaid’s Vision is the best path forward for Pakistan” — ISSI’s Web Celebration on Independence Day 2023

“Abiding commitment to Quaid’s Vision is the best path forward for Pakistan” — ISSI’s Web Celebration on Independence Day 2023Abiding commitment to the vision of founding founder Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah is the best path forward for Pakistan on its way to sustainable peace, progress and prosperity. This was stressed by Amb Sohail Mahmood, Director General Institute of Strategic Studies (ISSI), at the Institute’s web celebration of Independence Day 2023.Hosted by ISSI’s Arms Control & Disarmament Centre (ACDC), the web celebration was moderated by Director ACDC Malik Qasim Mustafa and attended by the research faculty and staff of ISSI.A presentation on the theme “Peace Within and Peace Without,” was given by ACDC Research Associate Ms. Aamna Rafiq. She stated tha...

CJCsSC, Services Chiefs & Armed Forces of Pakistan extend their heartfelt congratulations to the Nation on 76th Independence

14Aug

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CJCsSC, Services Chiefs & Armed Forces of Pakistan extend their heartfelt congratulations to the Nation on 76th Independence

CJCsSC, Services Chiefs & Armed Forces of Pakistan extend their heartfelt congratulations to the Nation on 76th IndependenceCJCsSC, Services Chiefs & Armed Forces of Pakistan extend their heartfelt congratulations to the Nation on 76th Independence Day of Islamic Republic of Pakistan.This day reminds us of the vision, fortitude and countless sacrifices which our ancestors offered, to realise our elders and great Quaid's dream of a free and independent country. Thousands of sons’ of soil have laid down their lives for defence of the motherland and to preserve the cherished dream of freedom of our forefathers.Let us all pledge that irrespective of the challenges we face today, we will preserve and strengthen the peace, societal harmony and unity among the Nation. We wil...

Message of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee

13Aug

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Message of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee

Message of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee It is with tremendous pride and honor that I recognize Pakistan's Independence Day. Pakistan Zindabad, Long live Pakistan traditionally said on Independence Day. Pakistan's Independence Day celebrates the country's independence from the British rule in 1947 and is an occasion to promote Pakistan's national unity. Independence holds a great significance in my heart, and stands as a reminder of the many sacrifices freedom fighters made to get to this moment. I am the founding chair of the congressional Pakistan caucus and as that chair I have traveled to Pakistan many times, most recently to the effected flood areas and saw with my own eyes the devastation of last year's monsoon, but I also saw the resilience of the Pakistani people in the wake o...

Message of Ambassador Munir Akram , Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN On the Independence Day of Pakistan 2023

13Aug

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Message of Ambassador Munir Akram , Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN On the Independence Day of Pakistan 2023

Message of Ambassador Munir Akram , Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN On the Independence Day of Pakistan 2023 Today, we are celebrating the 76th Independence Day of Pakistan.The foremost sentiment on this day should be the sentiment of gratitude. We must offer our gratitude to Almighty Allah and to the Quaid-e-Azam and others who fought and sacrificed for Pakistan. Without Pakistan, we, our children and their children would not be able to live in freedom; free to practice our Faith; free to express our view; free to enhance our prosperity, as a sovereign people.The foresight of Quaid-e-Azam in advancing the rationale for the creation of Pakistan is being emphatically validated today in the repression of Muslims in India.Freedom is never free. Our founding father...

COAS Speech to Azadi Parade at PMA Kakul

13Aug

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COAS Speech to Azadi Parade at PMA Kakul

COAS Speech to Azadi Parade at PMA Kakul ➢ I wish to congratulate you all on completion of 76 years of Independence, and for celebrating 14th August with the glorious tradition of an immaculate and inspiring Parade at Pakistan Military Academy. Alongside the national fervor of rejoicing this day, every year, 14th August brings back to us an opportunity for revival of pledge, for total commitment and unflinching resolve, for a bright future of our motherland. You all stand tonight to honour ‘Independence’, which came as a result of the vision of our great leaders, and the relentless efforts and sacrifices of our forefathers. This day reminds us of the spirit behind the creation of this country, “Pakistan ka matlab kia - La illaha Illalah” which was rooted in the ideology of the Two Nation ...

Dr Arif Alvi President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Message On the Occasion of the 76th Independence Day Anniversary

13Aug

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Dr Arif Alvi President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Message On the Occasion of the 76th Independence Day Anniversary

Dr Arif Alvi President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Message On the Occasion of the 76th Independence Day Anniversary I congratulate all my compatriots on Pakistan’s 76th Independence Day anniversary. On this day, we pay tribute to the sacrifices rendered by our founding fathers and workers of the Pakistan Movement. The stories of those people, who faced hardships, endured oppression and braved immense challenges to reach Pakistan, serve as a source of inspiration for our future generations. We should value the sacrifices of our forefathers for the creation of Pakistan and work for the prosperity of our people.76 years ago, on this day, Pakistan gained independence after the historic struggle of the Muslims of the sub-continent under the dynamic leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Muham...

UNITED STATES AND PAKISTAN HONOR 75 YEARS WITH COMMEMORATIVE STAMP

13Aug

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UNITED STATES AND PAKISTAN HONOR 75 YEARS WITH COMMEMORATIVE STAMP

UNITED STATES AND PAKISTAN HONOR 75 YEARS WITH COMMEMORATIVE The U.S. Mission to Pakistan culminated its year-long campaign marking 75 years of relations with Pakistan with a reception to honor Pakistan’s issuance of a commemorative stamp. The event was held at the U.S. Ambassador’s residence and included Chief Guest Foreign Secretary Dr. Asad Majeed Khan as well as other prominent figures from Pakistan government, academia, and civil society.U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome highlighted the long friendship saying, “this stamp, which highlights both country’s symbols of freedom, not only marks the first 75 years of friendship, but manifests a vision for our future partnership in many arenas of shared purpose. It shows that we can accomplish great things when we work together.”...

Chinese Engineers convoy attacked in Pakistan Balochistan, 2 terrorists killed

13Aug

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Chinese Engineers convoy attacked in Pakistan Balochistan, 2 terrorists killed

Chinese Engineers convoy attacked in Pakistan Balochistan, 2 terrorists killed A convoy of Chinese engineers was attacked in Pakistan's Balochistan province by armed rebels on Sunday. According to local media reports, Pakistani security forces killed two terrorists in a gunfight.Two Pakistani security personnel were also injured when a convoy of engineers working for a Chinese construction company came under attack on Faqeer Bridge in Gwadar. As per sources, other terrorists fled the spot in an injured condition and an operation is underway to clear the area as gunfight continues. Editor : Raja kamran

Statement Attributable to Spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch

11Aug

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Statement Attributable to Spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch

Statement Attributable to Spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mumtaz Zahra BalochWe are deeply saddened to learn about the loss of precious human lives due to floods in China. Our thoughts and sympathies are with the affected people and the bereaved families.In this difficult time, Pakistan stands ready to provide utmost support and humanitarian assistance to China. We are confident that led by the Chinese leadership, and due to strong will and conviction of the Chinese people, China would soon surmount this temporary difficulty.Like China, Pakistan is also confronting the adverse impacts of climate change manifested in heat-waves, torrential rains and floods. Pakistan stands ready to work with China to achieve our shared objectives of mitigating climate change, and u...

President asks PM, opposition leader to finalize name of Care-taker Prime Minister until Aug 12

11Aug

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President asks PM, opposition leader to finalize name of Care-taker Prime Minister until Aug 12

President asks PM, opposition leader to finalize name of Care-taker Prime Minister until Aug 12 President Dr Arif Alvi on Friday asked the prime minister and the leader of opposition in the outgoing National Assembly to propose a suitable person for appointment of Care-taker Prime Minister not later than August 12, 2023.In a letter to the prime minister and the opposition leader, President Alvi said under Article 224A of Constitution, Prime Minister and Leader of Opposition in the outgoing National Assembly were required to propose name of a person for appointment of care-taker prime minister within three days of dissolution of National Assembly.“Under proviso to Article 224 (1A) of the Constitution, the president appoints care-taker prime minister in consultation with Prime Minis...