President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday felicitated the nation on the 77th Independence Day of Pakistan, stressing on national unity.
In his message, President Zardari said that the day marks the culmination of the historic political struggle of Muslims of India for their right to self-determination, Radio Pakistan reported.
“We need to set aside our differences and work committedly for unity, integrity, and economic stability,” he said.
In his message, PM Shehbaz also extended his heartfelt felicitations to Pakistanis at home and abroad.
“We pay homage to the immense sacrifices of our forefathers and countless unsung heroes of the Pakistan Movement, who fought tirelessly for an independent country for millions in South Asia, where they could live according to their beliefs and values,” he said.
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