EMBASSY OF PAKISTAN

WASHINGTON D.C.

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PRESS RELEASE

Pakistan Day Commemorated with Flag Hoisting Ceremony at Pakistan Embassy in Washington D.C.

Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Reaffirms National Resilience and Commitment to Regional Peace, Underscores Strategic Ties with U.S.

Washington, D.C. March 23, 2026

The Embassy of Pakistan held a dignified flag-hoisting ceremony today to commemorate 87^th Pakistan Resolution Day. The event brought together senior U.S. government officials, members of the Pakistani American diaspora, embassy officers and media representatives to honor the nation’s founding ideology and its enduring partnership with the United States.

The ceremony commenced with a recitation from the Holy Quran, followed by Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh hoisting the national flag to the strains of the National Anthem.

Special messages from the President, Prime Minister, and Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of Pakistan were read aloud. The leadership reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to the vision of its founding fathers, emphasizing a promising future and the nation's role in promoting global and regional peace.

Representing the U.S. Department of State, Deputy Assistant Secretary Ambassador John Pommersheim highlighted the deep-rooted nature of the bilateral relationship.

"Under President Trump, the U.S.-Pakistan relationship has strengthened significantly," Pommersheim noted. "As Secretary Rubio said last year, we see an opportunity to expand our strategic and economic relationship with Pakistan."

In his keynote address, Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh characterized Pakistan Day as a celebration of the resolve that led to independence in 1947.

"Pakistan’s founding resilience proved its survival and sovereignty, defying early doubts and sustaining independence for 79 years," the Ambassador stated. He described the nation’s journey as one of "resolve translated into resilience," particularly given the challenges of a volatile political and economic geography.

Ambassador Sheikh underscored the Pakistan-U.S. relationship as one of the most consequential in modern history. Highlighting 2026 as a "year of action," he expressed a commitment to working closely with U.S. partners to achieve tangible results in the strategic partnership. Maintaining good relations between Pakistan and the United States is crucial, given their large populations, and it’s not a matter of choice.

The Ambassador also positioned Pakistan as a vital partner for regional stability.

 "Pakistan positions itself as a diplomatic and stability partner in a volatile region, offering credentials to support broader regional security architecture," he said, adding that Pakistan remains steadfast in its commitment to diplomacy and dialogue.

Addressing security challenges, Ambassador Sheikh reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering resolve to combat terrorism. Acknowledging that Pakistan remains a primary victim of global terrorism, he emphasized that the nation continues to bear this burden on behalf of the international community.

"We are the front line in the international combat against terrorism, and we are not to be deterred," the Ambassador affirmed. "We will not allow our successes in this important domain to be dwarfed by any nemesis."

The ceremony concluded with the cutting of a cake, followed by Ambassador expressing gratitude to the participants for their unity and solidarity in celebrating the national day.

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