23 March 2022 12:00 pm Views - 372
On the occasion of the National Day of Pakistan, it is with great pleasure that I am conveying a message of love, peace, greetings and best wishes from the Government and the people of Pakistan.
It is today that the idea of Pakistan was formalized as a political goal for the Muslims of South Asia in their struggle for obtaining an independent homeland for themselves.
Sri Lanka is one of the first countries with which Pakistan established diplomatic relations. This historic relationship has been nurtured into a strong friendship. It is a matter of great satisfaction that mutually beneficial relations, rooted in history, have become truly multi-dimensional, covering fields of politics, economy, defence and security, culture, education and people-to-people contacts. This is the reason that when Sri Lanka reached out to us during the LTTE menace rampant throughout the island, we did not hesitate for a moment and came to rescue this friendly nation immediately.
On behalf of the Government and people of Pakistan, let me reiterate Pakistan’s continued commitment and support to the Government and people of Sri Lanka in their endeavours towards their march for achieving a bright and prosperous future for their beautiful country.
Availing this opportunity, I wish to extend to the people of Sri Lanka, its leadership and the government of H.E. President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, continued progress, prosperity and peace in the years ahead.
Long Live Pakistan-Sri Lanka Friendship!