Embassy marks Defence Day of Pakistan

Doha: A flag hoisting ceremony was organised at the Embassy premises yesterday to pay homage and tributes to the ‘Shuhada’ and ‘Ghazis’ of Pakistan Armed Forces who rendered supreme sacrifice in defence of the motherland.  

The event was attended by members of Pakistani Armed Forces and the Embassy staff. The national anthem was played and Ambassador H E Syed Ahsan Raza Shah hoisted the national flag.  A military contingent gave salute. Later, the participants witnessed an emotional and heart-warming documentary, which paid tribute to heroes of the nation who were awarded the highest gallantry award, the Nishan-e-Haider.