London: The Pakistan High Commission in London observed the 78th Independence Day of Pakistan with a ceremony held on Wednesday. High Commissioner Dr. Mohammad Faisal hoisted the national flag, accompanied by the national anthem. The event began with the recitation of the Holy Quran and the reading of messages from the President, Prime Minister, and Foreign Minister.
In his address, High Commissioner Faisal paid tribute to the country’s founding fathers and Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. He reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to realizing Allama Iqbal’s vision for a strong and prosperous nation. Additionally, he reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for the Kashmiri and Palestinian people’s right to self-determination.
During the ceremony, the High Commissioner conferred civil awards on behalf of the President of Pakistan to four individuals: Asif Rangoonwala, Dr. Javaid Ahmed Sheikh, Prof. Mohammad Amjad Shad, and Khalid Mehmood MP. The event was attended by UK parliamentarians, diplomats, members of the Pakistani community, media personnel, and officials of the Pakistan High Commission with their families.
