AT the outset, on behalf of the entire Pakistani community in Malaysia, I respectfully convey heartiest felicitations to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia on the auspicious occasion of his birthday today. Our best wishes and prayers for His Majesty's continued good health, long life and happiness.
I congratulate all fellow Pakistanis residing in Malaysia on Pakistan Day, which also falls on 23rd March. On this day in 1940, Muslims of the subcontinent had resolved to achieve a separate homeland for themselves and then set out to actually achieve it within a short span of seven years.
Today, we reiterate our commitment to the ideals for which Pakistan was created and pay homage to Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Poet Philosopher Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal and all the other leaders of the freedom movement who led the struggle for the creation of Pakistan through their commitment, valiant struggle, and unparalleled determination.
As always, all Pakistanis in Malaysia will celebrate the day with inspiration of the national zeal and spirit. Let us all express our firm resolve to continue the legacy and heritage bequeathed to us by our founding fathers and by following in their footsteps to make our country a cradle of progress, prosperity and development.
Pakistan has surmounted un-precedented challenges over the last seven and a half decades. We have proven ourselves to be resilient in the face of extraordinary circumstances, but we all know there is a lot more we need to do. While celebrating National Day today, we should not be forgetful of those who sacrificed their lives to achieve independence.
On this occasion, I would also like to make a special mention of the martyrs who have laid down their lives for the protection of the homeland and safety of its citizens.
Pakistan and Malaysia have historically enjoyed extremely cordial relations based on a common faith and traditions, deep-rooted cultural affinities, geographic proximity, and convergence of interests.
These fraternal bonds have been carried forward and strengthened under successive governments in Malaysia. Prime Minister Dato Seri Anwar Ibrahim has always shown great support for Pakistan.
We are confident that recent positive engagement at the leadership level would lead to a substantial boost in bilateral cooperation in all fields including the political, trade, investment and defence spheres.
I also avail this opportunity to praise the unprecedented development and success of our brothers and sisters in Malaysia. Pakistanis have proudly contributed in the progress and development of Malaysia and in making it a remarkable success story of our era.
The hospitality and respect offered to Pakistanis in Malaysia and vice versa is a reflection of the affection that binds our two countries.
On this occasion I also wish to also pay tribute to the patriotism, hard work and commitment of the Pakistani community in Malaysia, who act as a living bridge between the two brotherly countries. Apart from contributing to the development of Malaysia, they have been playing a positive role in strengthening the economy of Pakistan.
My fellow dear Pakistanis in Malaysia, as we celebrate Pakistan Day, let us once again today reiterate our resolve to take Pakistan to the heights of glory as envisioned by our forefathers. I pray to Allah Almighty to grant us the strength to serve our great country with sincerity and lead Pakistan on the path to even greater progress and prosperity.
Pakistan Zindabad
Long live Pakistan Malaysia friendship.
Syed Ahsan Raza Shah
High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan
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