President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif in their separate messages on Wednesday felicitated the entire Pakistani nation on 78th Independence Day of Pakistan.
In his message, President Asif Ali Zardari said that this day marks culmination of historic political struggle of Muslims of India for their right to self-determination. He said today, we need to set aside our differences and work committedly for unity, integrity, and economic stability.
The President called for upholding the rule of law and strengthening the democratic institutions. He said Pakistan has reaffirmed its support to the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIJK) and Palestine for their legitimate rights.
In his message, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also extended heartfelt felicitations to people of Pakistan at home and abroad.
He said we pay homage to immense sacrifices of our forefathers and countless unsung heroes of the Pakistan Movement, who fought tirelessly for an independent country for millions in South Asia, where they could live according to their beliefs and values.
Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan shall continue to extend moral, political and diplomatic support to the people of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir until they achieve their universal right to self-determination.
He said our support for oppressed Palestinians shall also continue for their legitimate rights.
