Ottawa, 14 August 2022 (TDI): The Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, shared a special message on the occasion of the 75th Independence Anniversary of Pakistan. The day is celebrated on the 14th of August every year.
Canada and Pakistan’s relationship is rooted in generations of people-to-people ties; and today, we celebrate that longstanding relationship and 75 years of Pakistan’s independence. Happy Independence Day to Pakistan and to all those recognizing this day. https://t.co/WBVDHXMm8S
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) August 14, 2022
Statement by Canada’s Prime Minister
Canadian Minister Justin Trudeau stated, “Today, we join Pakistani communities in Canada and around the world to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Pakistan’s independence.
Canada and Pakistan enjoy a long-standing relationship, and this year also marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between our two countries.
We remain committed to fighting climate change, advancing women’s empowerment, and promoting regional peace and stability.
Our countries will keep strengthening the bilateral trade relationship and promoting investments to benefit everyone in both countries and explore new opportunities for collaboration in areas ranging from clean energy to information technologies.
Canada also recognizes Pakistan’s efforts in supporting its Afghan resettlement program and looks forward to continuing our cooperation.
We celebrate the strong bonds that unite the Canadian and Pakistani peoples on this day. The relationship between our countries is rooted in generations of people-to-people ties, and today, more than 200,000 Canadians of Pakistani origin call Canada home.
On this milestone anniversary, I encourage all Canadians to recognize the many important contributions Pakistani Canadians have made and continue to make, to our country’s social, economic, and cultural fabric.
On behalf of the Government of Canada, I extend my best wishes to all those celebrating Pakistan’s Independence Day.”
About Pakistan’s Independence Day
Previously, the Countries of India and Pakistan were conjoined and collectively under British rule as the Sub-Continent. The Muslim majority region of the subcontinent fought for their independence based on the Two Nation Theory.
The Theory explained the differences between the Hindus and Muslims. Based on that theory, the two states separated, and Pakistan emerged as a sovereign state on 14th August 1947, which marks Independence Day.
Since then, this Day holds extreme importance for Pakistani nationals, and they celebrate 14th August with utmost enthusiasm and zeal.
