Pakistan High Commission, Kigali celebrated 76 years of the Independence Day of Pakistan on 14 August 2023with national fervor and enthusiasm here at the premises of the Pakistan High Commission, Kigali in an impressive ceremony attended by a large number of members of Rwandan and Pakistani community.
The function, in the morning, commenced with the hoisting of the National Flag. The messages of the President and the Prime Minister of Pakistan were read out on the occasion.
In the evening, the Mission hosted a graceful reception. The programme included national songs, children performances. This was followed by a gala dinner. The reception was attended by around 200 Pakistani community/families and local officials and Rwandan businesspersons.
Speaking on the occasion, the High Commissioner briefed the audience on the history of the independence of Pakistan. He also emphasized that Pakistani community and High Commission will work together in projecting the right image of our country. The High Commissioner also welcomed the recently visiting businessmen of Rice and Tea importers to Pakistan. He urged Pakistani and Rwandan Businesspersons to explore opportunities to further increase exports and vice versa. Pakistani Cricketers, beauticians, Cars importers, Pharmacists, IT professionals and officials working in INGO’s also graces the occasion. Rwandan tea exporters and Rice importers were also prominent participants.
High Commission of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan,
Kigali, Rwanda
14 August 2023
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