The National Day of Pakistan was celebrated in Astana on 23 March 2018 with traditional zeal and enthusiasm.

A brief flag hoisting ceremony was held at the Embassy Residence. Ambassador Abdul Salik Khan hoisted the flag on the on the tune of the national anthem.

Ambassador Khan remarked that, every year the ‘Pakistan Day’ reminded us of the need to uphold democratic ideals and principles that inspired the Muslims of the Subcontinent to forge unity in their ranks in pursuit of their cherished dream. He said that Pakistan came into being through a long democratic struggle and it was essential to promote the spirit of tolerance and patience which are the fundamentals of democracy.

Messages of the President Mamnoon Hussain and Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi were also read out on the occasion.

The National Day Reception will be held on 29 March 2018 at Rixos President Astana Hotel.