The Embassy of Pakistan in Jakarta commemorated the 86th National Day of Pakistan with enthusiasm and patriotic spirit on March 23, 2026. The celebrations began with a dignified flag-hoisting ceremony held at the Embassy premises, attended by members of the Pakistani community and friends of Pakistan.
The national flag was hoisted by Ambassador Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri. Messages from the President and Prime Minister were read out on the occasion, highlighting the historical importance of Pakistan National Day and reaffirming the country’s vision for unity, progress, and prosperity.
In his remarks, the Ambassador paid tribute to the vision and sacrifices of Pakistan’s founding leadership. He underscored the importance of the day as a symbol of resilience and national resolve, while highlighting Pakistan’s recent economic and developmental progress.
The Ambassador reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing their right to self-determination. He also expressed solidarity with the people of Palestine in their pursuit of peace and justice.
Highlighting the strong and expanding partnership between Pakistan and Indonesia, the Ambassador expressed satisfaction over the positive trajectory of bilateral relations. He noted that 2025 marked the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries, reflecting decades of mutual trust and cooperation. He further underscored that the historic visit of Prabowo Subianto, President of Indonesia, to Pakistan in 2025 injected renewed momentum into bilateral engagement and opened new avenues for cooperation across diverse sectors.
The Ambassador also acknowledged the valuable contributions of the Pakistani community in Indonesia in further strengthening the longstanding friendship between the two nations.
