Islamabad, September 05, 2023 (PPI-OT):President Dr Arif Alvi has appreciated the Turkish support to Pakistan’s principled stance on the Jammu and Kashmir dispute.
President Dr Arif Alvi was talking to Commander of the Turkish Naval Forces, Admiral Ercument Tatlioglu, who along with his delegation called on him in Islamabad today (Tuesday).
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Arif Alvi highlighted the atrocities being committed by the Indian occupation forces against the Muslims in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), besides expressing concern over persecution of minorities in India. He stressed that the international community should take notice of the human rights abuses in IIOJK as well as the persecution of minorities in India.
The President said both countries enjoy excellent relations which are based on common religion, historical bonds, besides having similar stance on various issues.
The two sides reiterated the resolve to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in diverse areas, including the maritime and defence cooperation, for the mutual benefit of the two brotherly countries.
Speaking on the occasion, Commander of the Turkish Naval Forces said that cooperation between the two countries would grow further, adding that his visit would prove beneficial in further cementing bilateral defence relations between Pakistan and Türkiye.
Earlier, the President conferred the award of Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) upon the Commander of the Turkish Naval Forces in recognition of his services for promoting maritime and naval cooperation between Pakistan and Türkiye.
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