The 77th National Day of Pakistan was celebrated at the Embassy of Pakistan in Bangkok. A Flag-hoisting ceremony was arranged at the Embassy in the morning of 23rd March which was attended by Pakistanis living in Thailand including women, children and students. Messages from the President and Prime Ministers of Islamic Republic of Pakistan were read. A cocktail reception was organized in the evening at a local hotel. Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand General Tanasak Patimapragorn, was the Chief Guest at the occasion. The event was attended by Ambassador, representatives of diplomatic community, Thai officials and Pakistanis living in Thailand. Dr. Sohail Khan Ambassador in his remarks highlighted the achievements in bilateral cooperation between the two countries and said that there was an upward trajectory in bilateral economic and trade relations. Both countries will soon be concluding the Free Trade Agreement which will boost contacts and economic cooperation many folds. An exhibition of Pakistani paintings was also arranged at the occasion. Bangkok, Thailand 23 March 2017