New Delhi (TDI): The High Commission of Pakistan in New Delhi, India hosted the National Day of Pakistan reception to mark the commemoration of Lahore resolution and display the country’s cultural colors and cuisine.
The grand ceremony was attended by a large number of guests including political figures, diplomats, businessmen, journalists and members of the civil society.
The guests were welcomed by the Charge d’ Affaires Saad Ahmad Warraich at the lawns of Chancery.
Speaking on the occasion, the Charge d’Affaires highlighted that the momentous Lahore resolution of March 23, 1940, served as a beacon of hope for the Muslims of the Indian subcontinent and culminated in the genesis of the Pakistan Movement.
He said that establishment of Pakistan was fulfilment of a peaceful and democratic struggle under the dynamic and inspiring leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
He stated Pakistan has made notable strides on the Jinnah’s vision of a modern, progressive Islamic welfare state.
Today, our enterprising youth, vibrant civil society and free media put wind in the sails of the country’s ambition to march forward, he added.
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Warraich said that Islamabad’s foreign policy was founded on the abiding ideal of fostering international peace and security and collective wellbeing and global cooperation.
He emphasized that Pakistan had consistently endeavored friendly ties with other nations based on the principles of sovereign equality, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence.
This edifying approach has also guided our quest to seek peaceful ties with India, he noted.
“South Asia, our shared home, should march forward with enduring peace, equal security and common prosperity”, Warraich stressed.
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To this end, he insisted for a constructive spirit that prioritizes collaborative efforts towards shared solutions and do not seek to impose forced outcomes.
“The path of diplomacy remains more imperative than ever”, the diplomat insisted.
