KATHMANDU, APRIL 15
The Pakistan Embassy in Kathmandu hosted a reception to commemorate the 84th National Day of Pakistan at Hotel Radisson Blu, in Kathmandu, today.
The occassion was attended by Vice President Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav as Chief Guest, along with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Nepal Narayan Kaji Shrestha, Former Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal, Deputy Speaker of House of Representatives Indira Ranamagar, Foreign Affairs Secretary Sewa Lamsal, and former chiefs of Nepal Army.
A diverse gathering of senior Nepalese political, civic and business leaders, civil and military officials, Ambassadors, diplomats, Pakistani community members, journalists, and civil society representatives attended the event, as per the press release issued by the Pakistan Embassy.
During the occassion, Ambassador of Pakistan to Nepal Abrar H Hashmi highlighted the historical importance of the Pakistan Resolution adopted on March 23, 1940. He paid tribute to the forefathers under the visionary leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah for pursing democratic struggle for the creation of Pakistan. He said Pakistan has contributed to the global peace, aspires friendship and peaceful coexistence.
He stated that since establishment of diplomatic relations in 1960, Pakistan and Nepal have enjoyed cordial relations and developed strong bonds. He elaborated that Pakistan and Nepal share a unique tapestry from geography to civilizational linkages, from peaks of Himalayas to rich heritage, and cultural similarities unite the two peoples together. He hoped that building on existing collaboration in education, health, defense and the bilateral mechanisms, cooperation enabled by ICT, and concerns emanating from climate change could enrich this relationship, the release added.
The reception featured performances by the Nepal Army band, playing national anthems and captivating the audience with renditions of Pakistani songs.
