Washington (TDI): Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, extended greetings to the American people on the occasion of Thanksgiving, a national holiday in the United States commemorating the harvest season and blessings of the past year.
In a message released by the Pakistani embassy on Thursday, Ambassador Sheikh said, “Thanksgiving is a celebration of gratitude for Divine blessings, a remarkable tradition of American society that could inspire similar expressions in other parts of the world.”
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He acknowledged the significant contributions of the Pakistani-American community, highlighting their role in the US political, economic, and social spheres, as well as their efforts in strengthening Pakistan-US ties.
Congratulating Pakistani-Americans on the occasion, Ambassador Sheikh expressed hope for the continued growth of bilateral relations between Pakistan and the United States in the coming years.
Thanksgiving in US
Thanksgiving, celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November, is a major national holiday in the United States.
It marks gratitude for the harvest and blessings of the past year, rooted in traditions dating back to early settlers and Native Americans.
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Families gather for festive meals and communities often engage in parades, charity events, and football games.
