BEIJING: The Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing held a ceremony to commemorate Defence and Martyrs Day, honoring the commitment and sacrifices of the Pakistan Armed Forces in defending national sovereignty and integrity.

According to Press Information Department, the event was attended by Lt. Gen. Luo Huiqi, Secretary of the Commission for Discipline Inspection and Director of the Supervisory Commission of the PLA Army, as the Chief Guest. The ceremony also saw participation from senior Chinese civil and military officials, members of the diplomatic corps, Defence Attachés from various embassies, media representatives, members of the Pakistani community, and officials from the Embassy of Pakistan.

The event commenced with the national anthems of Pakistan and China, performed by students of Pakistan Embassy College Beijing. Documentaries showcasing the heroism and sacrifices of the Pakistan Armed Forces during the 1965 war, as well as their contributions to disaster relief and international peacekeeping, were also featured.

Brigadier Ali Asghar Khan, Defence and Army Attaché of the Embassy of Pakistan, in his welcome remarks, highlighted the dedication of the Pakistan Armed Forces in safeguarding the country. Mr. Aizaz Khan, Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of the Embassy of Pakistan, paid tribute to the martyrs and emphasized the enduring friendship between Pakistan and China, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation for regional peace and security.

The ceremony concluded with the exchange of souvenirs between the Chief Guest, the Chargé d’Affaires a.i., and the Defence and Army Attaché, followed by a cake-cutting ceremony.