ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reaffirmed solidarity and strong support for the brotherly people and government of Turkiye as they mark their 6th Democracy and National Unity Day.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif took to the Twitter to state: “Turkish Democracy & National Unity Day will always be remembered as an expression of Turkish people’s unwavering trust in the leadership of President RTErdogan. It also reflects Turkish nation’s resolve to protect & uphold democracy. May the souls of the martyrs rest in peace!”
In a statement on Friday, the Foreign Office said the heroic struggle of the brave Turkish people against the treacherous coup attempt of 15 July 2016 shows that with unity, courage, resolve and commitment, nations can overcome all odds and challenges.
The Foreign Office said people and government of Pakistan join the fraternal people and Government of Turkiye in paying tribute to all those martyrs who laid down their lives in defense of Turkiye’s democracy and stability.
It said the exceptional relations between our two peoples embedded in common religious, cultural, linguistic, and spiritual heritage date back to centuries and have withstood the tests of times.
Noting the resolve of the political leadership on both sides, the Foreign Office said the historic, multi-faceted strategic relationship between Pakistan and Turkiye will continue to grow from strength to strength.
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