BAKU, Azerbaijan, March 23. A flag-raising
ceremony took place at the Embassy of Pakistan in Azerbaijan to
celebrate Pakistan Day, Trend reports.
The national flag was raised by Pakistan’s Ambassador to
Azerbaijan, Qasim Mohiuddin. During the ceremony, official messages
from Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister
Shehbaz Sharif were read out.
During the event, Mohiuddin highlighted Pakistan's significant
appreciation for Azerbaijan's backing regarding the Jammu and
Kashmir matter.
“We are grateful to Azerbaijan for its solidarity with us on the
Jammu and Kashmir issue. Events of the past year have once again
clearly shown that peace in South Asia is impossible until the
Jammu and Kashmir issue is resolved in accordance with the
resolutions of the United Nations Security Council,” the ambassador
said.
He also conveyed his gratitude for Azerbaijan’s unwavering
diplomatic and moral backing.
“The conflict in Afghanistan and its consequences affect us all.
For its part, Pakistan and its leadership will continue to take all
possible measures to ensure rapid de-escalation and resolution of
the situation. Our prayers are with all victims of this conflict
and beyond. We sincerely hope that peace, security, and stability
will prevail in our region,” Mohiuddin added.
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