Ministry of Defence - Sri Lanka

Pakistan HC celebrates Pakistan National Day

March 25, 2025

The High Commission of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in Sri Lanka marked Pakistan’s National Day with a grand celebration at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel in Colombo on Monday (Mar 24).

The event was graced by Minister of Labour, Hon. Anil Jayantha Fernando, as the Chief Guest. Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General (Retd) Aruna Jayasekara, and Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) were also in attendance.

Pakistani High Commissioner, Major General Faheem-Ul-Aziz, (Retd) warmly welcomed the guests upon their arrival. In his address, he reflected on the deep-rooted bilateral ties between Pakistan and Sri Lanka, emphasizing the historical and diplomatic relations shared by the two nations.

The ceremony was attended by the Speaker, Deputy Speaker, ministers, parliamentarians, members of the diplomatic corps, and commanders of the Sri Lanka Navy and Air Force, Pakistan HC officials including the Defence Attaché and other distinguished guests.