Kathmandu/ Pakistan Embassy, Kathmandu hosted a reception on 15th April to commemorate the 85th National Day of Pakistan at Hotel Soaltee.
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, Senior 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 the 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 the Forming Republic. He paid rich tribute to Pakistan’s forefathers. He said Pakistan stands with the international community in fulfilling its international obligations.
