Defence Day Commemorated in Beijing

September 20,2019

Defence Day of Pakistan was commemorated with due fervor and solemnity and for expression of solidarity with Kashmiri brothers and sisters at the Embassy of Pakistan, Beijing on 20th September, 2019. Defence Day is dedicated to pay homage not only to the martyrs of the 1965 war, but to all those souls who rendered ultimate sacrifice for the defence of our homeland.  
To mark the occasion, a reception was held at the Pakistan House. Lieutenant General Shao Yuanming, Vice Chief of Staff of Joint Staff Department was the chief guest. In addition five General officers of PLA with a large PLA delegation also attended. Other guests included Ambassadors and members of diplomatic corps, Defence and Military Attaches, Chinese government officials and members of the media. Pakistani diaspora in China were also present at the occasion.
The event started with the National Anthems of Pakistan and China followed by a tribute to the armed forces, law enforcement agencies and citizens of Pakistan for their sacrifices for the country. A documentary “The Pledge of Iron Brothers” showcasing the unique friendship between Pakistan and China was also screened.
Welcoming the guests, Ambassador Nagmana Hashmi said that Defence Day is commemorated as a tribute to our valiant Armed Forces and to their inherent patriotism, discipline and commitment. She said that Pakistan seeks a peaceful and prosperous neighborhood which is the key principle of Pakistan’s Foreign Policy. She said that instead of addressing the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, India has unleashed a reign of terror in Indian occupied Kashmir and has imposed a crippling curfew in Kashmir for nearly six weeks. She reaffirmed Pakistan’s unflinching political, moral and diplomatic support to the just cause of the people of Kashmir.
The Ambassador also highlighted the sacrifices of Armed forces of Pakistan in the fight against terrorism and reaffirmed Pakistan’s resolve to root out terrorism. She thanked the Chinese Government and PLA for their friendship and cooperation.
The large attendance at the occasion was a testimony to the strong ties between Pakistan and China and the militaries of the two countries.
 
 
 


20 September 2019