Islamabad, 14 August 2022 (TDI): The Ambassador of Palestine to Pakistan, Ahmed Rabei shared a special message for the people of Pakistan on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the independence of the country. Following is the text of the message;
“Assalam o Alikumwa Rahmatullahiwa Barakatuho !!
My Dearest Pakistani Brothers and Sisters,
On the 75th Anniversary of the Independence Day of the Islamic Republic of
Pakistan, I heartily congratulate my brothers and sisters on this historic day.
By the grace of Almighty Allah, I have completed three years in Pakistan, It’s really an
honor for me and I look forward with confidence to maintaining and further strengthening the brotherly relations between the two countries.
Pakistan was a nation that had always supported the fulfillment of the legitimate aspiration of the Palestinian people for a secure, democratic, and economically viable state.
The leadership of Pakistan has always supported us from the beginning till now as the founder of Pakistan, Quaid e Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah said about Israel: “This is a dagger thrust into the heart of the nation. Israel is an illegitimate state. Pakistan will never accept it.”
This was not only a statement but it become part of the legislation of Pakistan and it is unchangeable law for the Pakistani nation and all the leadership of Pakistan.
From Allamah Muhammad Iqbal till today all leadership of Pakistan has been on the same page they are united on the same statement of Quaid e Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. I have no words to say thanks to the leadership of Pakistan and the Pakistani nation.
Let me assure you my brothers and sisters that Pakistan means a lot to we Palestinians because it always stood firmly with us on all the International forums, and it is helping us to step forward to get freedom from Israel, and Inshallah, one day we will have our land free and we all will pray in Masjid Al-Aqsa.
Please pray for that, Once again, I congratulate all my brothers and sisters on their
independence day, and pray for the huge success of this greater nation, Aameen.”
Pakistan’s Diamond Jubilee
Pakistan is commemorating the Diamond Jubilee of the 75th Independence Day, today. The day holds extreme importance for Pakistani nationals. They celebrate 14th August with utmost enthusiasm and zeal.
The day began with a 21-gun salute at the provincial headquarters and a 31-gun salute at the federal capital. At dawn, special prayers were said at mosques for the nation’s peace, unity, and prosperity.
A ceremony to raise the national flag was the focal point of the festivities. Similarly, flag-raising ceremonies also took place across the nation at provincial, divisional, and district levels.
Likewise, the Pakistani missions across the world hosted flag hoisting ceremonies and wished Pakistan on its Day of Independence.
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Historical Overview
The countries of India and Pakistan were once conjoined and known as the Sub-Continent collectively. The Muslim majority region of the Sub-continent fought for their independence on the basis of the Two Nation Theory.
The Two Nation Theory explained the differences between the Hindus and Muslims. Also, it further explained how both religions living together as one nation were not possible.
Therefore, Pakistan emerged as a sovereign state on 14th August 1947, breaking away from British authority.
Apart from this, sixty million of the ninety-five million Muslims on the Indian subcontinent became Pakistani citizens at the time of its creation.
Subsequently, thirty-five million Muslims remained inside India making it the largest Muslim minority in a non-Muslim state.
Further, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the Founding Father of Pakistan was also the first Governer General of the nascent country. Whereas, Liaquat Ali Khan was chosen to serve as the state’s first Prime Minister.
