Watch: Pakistani expats in UAE celebrate their 76th Independence Day

Watch: Pakistani expats in UAE celebrate their 76th Independence Day

The Ambassador also hailed the first international flight to Skardu in Gilgit−Baltistan, Pakistan, which took off from Dubai today, operated by PIA (Pakistan International Airlines). Tirmizi praised the close UAE-Pakistan friendship as well.

In Dubai, a flag hoisting ceremony was also held at the premises of the Consulate General of Pakistan. Rahimullah Wazir, Acting Consul General of Pakistan to Dubai, hoisted the Pakistani Flag whilst the National Anthem was played. The messages of President and Prime Minister of Pakistan were read out on the occasion.

Speaking on the occasion, Acting Consul General extended his warmest felicitations to the Pakistani community on the 76th anniversary of independence. Wazir recalled the sacrifices rendered by the forefathers under the leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah that led to the creation Pakistan on August 14, 1947.

The Acting Consul General commended the Pakistani community residing in UAE for playing a vital role in the progress and development of the UAE and Pakistan. He assured them of full support from the Consulate General of Pakistan and said that more community-friendly initiatives have been taken to enhance outreach and facilitation for all Pakistanis in Dubai and northern emirates.

A photo exhibition consisting of historic pictures of Pakistan movement and life