Islamabad (TDI): Myanmar celebrated its 78th Independence Day in a ceremony attended by Chief Guest Qaisar Ahmed Sheikh, Federal Minister for the Board of Investment, alongside Wuuna Han, Ambassador of Myanmar, heads of ASEAN missions, and other dignitaries. The event featured a ceremonial cake-cutting to mark the occasion.
Speaking at the ceremony, Minister Qaisar Ahmed Sheikh underlined Pakistan’s strong and enduring relationship with Myanmar, expressing confidence that bilateral ties would continue to deepen in the future.
Addressing the gathering, Ambassador Wuuna Han expressed gratitude to the attendees and highlighted Myanmar’s desire to further strengthen its relationship with Pakistan. He said the celebration of Myanmar’s Independence Day is not only a day of national pride but also a reminder of the enduring values of freedom, unity, and progress.
“On this 78th anniversary of our independence, we honor a journey rooted in centuries of history,” the ambassador noted. “From the golden spires of Bagan to the tranquil waters of Inle Lake, Myanmar’s rich cultural heritage reflects the resilience, creativity, and harmony of our people.”
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Ambassador Han also emphasized the long-standing bonds between Myanmar and Pakistan, highlighting historical milestones: Pakistan was the first country to recognize Myanmar, and diplomatic relations were established on August 14, 1947, the very day of Pakistan’s independence. Myanmar’s first envoy, U Pe Khin, presented his credentials to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah in Karachi and later served as the first Dean of the Diplomatic Corps in the city for nearly a decade.
He recalled that Pakistan has also preserved important elements of shared cultural history, including the tomb of the last Mughal Emperor, Bahadur Shah Zafar, in Yangon, and Myanmar’s appreciation for Pakistan’s efforts in maintaining the Gandhara Buddhist heritage sites in Taxila, Swat Valley, and Peshawar.
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“Beyond diplomacy, our nations are linked through cultural and historical ties, education, trade, and people-to-people connections,” Ambassador Han said. “The warmth of our relations is evident in how our communities engage and foster mutual understanding.”
Looking to the future, Myanmar envisions deeper cultural exchanges, expanded economic collaboration, strengthened educational partnerships, and enhanced regional cooperation to promote peace and prosperity in South and Southeast Asia.
“Together, Myanmar and Pakistan can contribute to a more peaceful and interconnected world,” he concluded. “May the friendship between our nations continue to flourish. Myanmar-Pakistan Dosti Zindabad.”
Sohail Majeed
Sohail Majeed is a Special Correspondent at The Diplomatic Insight. He has twelve plus years of experience in journalism & reporting. He covers International Affairs, Diplomacy, UN, Sports, Climate Change, Economy, Technology, and Health.
