Rt. Honourable Vice President of Nepal Dr. Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Ms. Indira Rana, Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Mr. Madhav Kumar Nepal, Chairman of CPN-US and Former PM of Nepal, Mr. Baburam Bhattarai, Chairman of Nepal Socialist Party and Former PM of Nepal, Mr. Bishnu Rimal, Chief Advisor to PM KP Oli, Justice Sapana Pradhan Malla, Supreme Court and Mr. CP Mainali, Former DPM were also present. A good number of senior Nepalese political, civic and business leaders, Ambassadors, diplomats, Pakistani community, journalists, and civil society representatives attended the event. A photo exhibition under the theme “A Glance at Pakistan” was also held showcasing diversity of Pakistan.
In his remarks, Ambassador of Pakistan to Nepal H.E. Abrar H Hashmi, underlined the historical importance of Pakistan Day- Journey to Liberation from Colonial Subjugation to Forming Republic. He paid rich tribute to Pakistan’s forefathers. He said Pakistan stands with international community in fulfilling its international obligations.
Pakistan and Nepal have enjoyed cordial relations and developed strong bonds. He elaborated that Pakistan and Nepal share a unique tapestry from geography to civilizational linkages, from peaks of Himalayas to rich heritage, and cultural similarities unite the two peoples together. He hoped that building on existing agreements, mechanisms and collaboration in education, health, defense, climate change, disaster management will continue to bring synergies and closer ties in years ahead.
The Nepal Army band played tunes of national anthems at the reception, as well as few Pakistani songs captivating the audience.
