ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, while congratulating the Turkish government and people on the 103rd anniversary of the establishment of the Republic of Turkiye, said that under the leadership of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Turkiye has emerged as a strong global power.
The PM has extended heartfelt felicitations to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the Government and the brotherly people of Türkiye on the 103rd anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Türkiye.
In a post on X handle, he said Türkiye’s proud history, rich heritage and remarkable journey as a Republic reflect the resilience, courage and indomitable spirit of its people.
The Prime Minister said Pakistan and Türkiye share an exceptional bond of brotherhood, rooted in common history, mutual trust and unwavering solidarity.
He expressed the confidence that Pakistan and Türkiye will continue to work together to advance peace and stability in our region and beyond.
He said that Turkiye support during the Indian aggression was a source of courage for the Pakistani people. Pakistan will always remember its sincere support.
" We have gathered this evening to celebrate the 103rd anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye. I thank Your Excellency for your warm hospitality and tireless efforts to strengthen our brotherly relations. On behalf of the Government and people of Pakistan, I extend warm felicitations to my dear brother, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the government and the people of Türkiye. Under President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s farsighted leadership, Türkiye has emerged as a formidable force on the global stage, an economic powerhouse, a pioneer in defence technology, leader in modern infrastructure development and one of the world’s most generous providers of humanitarian assistance." ~Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif addresses the ceremony to celebrate the Republic Day of Turkiye
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