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Defence day of Pakistan Commermorated in Beijing
September 06,2016
Pakistan Defense Day was commemorated at the Embassy of Pakistan Beijing on Tuesday, 6th September 2016 with traditional enthusiasm and solemnity. It was aimed at paying homage to martyrs of the 1965 war as well as to those brave souls who rendered ultimate sacrifice in the defence of Pakistan, including in the fight against terrorism.
A reception was held at the Pakistan House to mark the occasion. General Zhang Shuguo, Chief of Political Department PLA Army was the chief guest. Senior generals representing PLA Air Force and PLA Navy also attended. Other prominent guests included Ambassadors and members of the diplomatic corps, Defence and Military Attaches, Chinese government officials, academics and members of the media. Representatives from defence industry organizations and enterprises and Pakistani diaspora in China also participated in the reception. General Zhang and Ambassador Masood Khalid along with Defence Attaché Brig. Ahmad Bilal cut a cake on the occasion.
A group of Chinese artists sang Pakistani national songs, which were greatly applauded by the audience. Documentaries on Pakistan’s Military and its contributions attracted special attention.
The large attendance at the occasion was a testimony of strong Pak-China relations and relations between two militaries. The event received extensive coverage in the local media.
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