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Statement by the Prime Minister on Pakistan's Independence Day

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Sunday, August 14, 2022
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OTTAWA, ON, Aug. 14, 2022 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Pakistan's Independence Day:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Aug. 14, 2022 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Pakistan's Independence Day:
    "Today, we join Pakistani communities in Canada and around the world to celebrate the 75thanniversary of Pakistan's independence.
  • "Canada and Pakistan enjoy a longstanding relationship, and this year also marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between our two countries.
  • "On this day, we celebrate the strong bonds that unite Canadian and Pakistani peoples.
  • "On behalf of the Government of Canada, I extend my best wishes to all those celebrating Pakistan's Independence Day."

Statement by the Prime Minister on Pakistan's Independence Day

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
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OTTAWA, Aug. 14, 2018 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Pakistan's Independence Day:

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, Aug. 14, 2018 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Pakistan's Independence Day:
    "Today, we join the people of Pakistan and members of the Pakistani community in Canada and around the world to celebrate Pakistan's 72nd Independence Day.
  • "Canada was one of the first countries to establish diplomatic relations with Pakistan in 1947.
  • People from what is now Pakistan first migrated to Canada over a century ago and, since then, our connections have grown and deepened.
  • "On behalf of the Government of Canada, Sophie and I wish everyone celebrating a joyful Independence Day, and invite Canadians to reflect on how the Pakistani-Canadian community has made Canada a stronger, more successful country."