The Consulate General of Pakistan Chengdu celebrated 78th Independence Day. The event attended by Pakistanis living in Southwest China. The event started with the traditional flag hoisting, followed by reading of the messages of the Honorable President and Prime Minister of Pakistan.

In his remarks Consul General Mr. Tanvir Ahmad Bhatti paid rich tribute to the founding fathers of Pakistan and their visions for a prosperous, independent and free Pakistan. He also highlighted the sacrifices of Pakistan's martyrs and the gallantry of Pakistan armed forces, especially in the recent conflict with an aggressor state. The Consul General also expressed the hope that the Pakistanis living in Southwest China would continue to work hard, and make their nation proud and work as true Ambassadors of the Sino-Pak friendship.