Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan
Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan
08/14/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/14/2026 03:22
PR No. 177 Pakistan’s Independence Day Celebrated at the Consulate Dubai: August 14
The Consulate General of Pakistan in Dubai hosted a flag-hoisting ceremony to mark the 79th anniversary of Pakistan's independence with national pride and enthusiasm. A large number of Pakistani community members residing in the UAE, officers and officials of the Consulate, and other guests attended the event.
Addressing the gathering, Mr. Fawad Ali Khan, Acting Consul General of Pakistan in Dubai, extended heartfelt felicitations to the Pakistani community on the occasion of Independence Day. He said that 14 August was not merely a date in the national calendar, but a symbol of freedom, sacrifice, determination and national identity.
The Acting Consul General paid rich tribute to the historic struggle and sacrifices that led to the creation of Pakistan under the visionary leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. He said that the Quaid had not only given the nation an independent homeland but had also provided a vision and direction based on the principles of Faith, Unity and Discipline.
Mr. Khan appreciated the contributions of the Pakistani community in the UAE, noting that Pakistanis were contributing not only to the development of the UAE but also to Pakistan's economy and the welfare of their families back home. He commended the community for sending valuable foreign exchange to Pakistan through legal and formal banking channels, describing it as a practical manifestation of overseas Pakistanis' commitment to strengthening the national economy.
The Acting Consul General also toured the art exhibition organized at the Consulate General in collaboration with Parallel Palette, featuring works by Pakistani artists inspired by the ideals of Quaid-e-Azam and their love for Pakistan. He thanked Parallel Palette and particularly appreciated Ms. Soobika Fawad, Ms. Afsheen Beig and other participating Pakistani artists for contributing their creative talent to the exhibition. The exhibition was arranged to pay tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah as part of the Government of Pakistan's observance of 2026 as the "Year of Quaid-e-Azam."
Concluding his remarks, Mr. Fawad Ali Khan paid tribute to the nation's martyrs and their families and called upon Pakistanis to remain committed to serving their country with dedication and to upholding the values and principles that inspired the creation of Pakistan.
The ceremony concluded with collective prayers for the continued progress, peace and prosperity of Pakistan.
Addressing the gathering, Mr. Fawad Ali Khan, Acting Consul General of Pakistan in Dubai, extended heartfelt felicitations to the Pakistani community on the occasion of Independence Day. He said that 14 August was not merely a date in the national calendar, but a symbol of freedom, sacrifice, determination and national identity.
The Acting Consul General paid rich tribute to the historic struggle and sacrifices that led to the creation of Pakistan under the visionary leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. He said that the Quaid had not only given the nation an independent homeland but had also provided a vision and direction based on the principles of Faith, Unity and Discipline.
Mr. Khan appreciated the contributions of the Pakistani community in the UAE, noting that Pakistanis were contributing not only to the development of the UAE but also to Pakistan's economy and the welfare of their families back home. He commended the community for sending valuable foreign exchange to Pakistan through legal and formal banking channels, describing it as a practical manifestation of overseas Pakistanis' commitment to strengthening the national economy.
The Acting Consul General also toured the art exhibition organized at the Consulate General in collaboration with Parallel Palette, featuring works by Pakistani artists inspired by the ideals of Quaid-e-Azam and their love for Pakistan. He thanked Parallel Palette and particularly appreciated Ms. Soobika Fawad, Ms. Afsheen Beig and other participating Pakistani artists for contributing their creative talent to the exhibition. The exhibition was arranged to pay tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah as part of the Government of Pakistan's observance of 2026 as the "Year of Quaid-e-Azam."
Concluding his remarks, Mr. Fawad Ali Khan paid tribute to the nation's martyrs and their families and called upon Pakistanis to remain committed to serving their country with dedication and to upholding the values and principles that inspired the creation of Pakistan.
The ceremony concluded with collective prayers for the continued progress, peace and prosperity of Pakistan.
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