BEIJING — The Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing held a ceremony to mark Pakistan’s Defence and Martyrs Day.
The event paid tribute to the sacrifices and professional skills of Pakistan’s armed forces in defending the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
According to a press release issued by the embassy, Lieutenant General Lu He, Secretary of the Commission for Discipline Inspection and Director of the Supervisory Commission of the People’s Liberation Army, attended the ceremony as the chief guest.
Senior Chinese civil and military officials also attended the event. Members of the diplomatic corps, defence attachés from various embassies, media representatives and members of the Pakistani community were present.
Officers and staff of the Pakistan Embassy also joined the ceremony.
National Anthems Open Ceremony
The event began with the national anthems of Pakistan and China.
Students from the Pakistan Embassy College Beijing performed the anthems.
The programme also featured documentaries highlighting the courage and sacrifices of Pakistan’s armed forces during the 1965 war.
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The films also highlighted the military’s role in disaster relief and international peacekeeping. They further covered its contributions to regional and international peace and stability.
Pakistan Highlights Armed Forces’ Role
Brigadier Ali Asghar Khan, Pakistan’s Defence and Army Attaché, delivered the welcome remarks.
He highlighted the professional capabilities of Pakistan’s armed forces and their role in defending the country.
Pakistan’s Chargé d’Affaires, Ambassador Ijaz Khan, also addressed the gathering.
He paid tribute to the martyrs who gave their lives in defence of Pakistan.
Ijaz Khan also highlighted the longstanding friendship between Pakistan and China.
He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation for regional peace, stability and security.
Exchange of Souvenirs
At the end of the ceremony, the chief guest exchanged souvenirs with Ijaz Khan and the Defence and Army Attaché.
The ceremony also included a cake-cutting event to mark the occasion.
