The 78th Independence Day of Pakistan was celebrated with respect and fervor in Ghana.  On this auspicious occasion, High Commissioner Farhat Ayesha hoisted national flag to the tune of the national anthem at the High Commission for Pakistan, Accra. She welcomed the honorable members of Pakistani community and other friends.

The messages of the President, the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan were read out on the occasion.

The High Commissioner paid rich tribute to the dynamic leadership of Quaid e Azam, sacrifices of founding fathers and workers of Pakistan movement for attaining an independent Pakistan. She emphasized that it was responsibility of the current generation to raise the country to glory. She apprised about efforts of the High Commission in fostering political, diplomatic, economic and social relations between Pakistan and Ghana. She shared that High Commission had taken certain initiatives in that regard.

High Commissioner Ayesha appreciated the Pakistani diaspora in Ghana for contributing to the development of Ghana and Pakistan with their hard work. She said that diaspora was playing key role in bringing the two countries together. She encouraged them to earn respect for their country with their actions. She assured the diaspora about full support of the High Commission in their service.

Towards the end, the guests prayed for the prosperity of the country. They enjoyed national songs and traditional food.

Accra, 14 August 2024