Dubai: The biggest ever event to celebrate the 77th Independence Day of Pakistan will be held at Dubai World Trade Centre in Dubai on August 11.
The grand celebrations being organised by the ‘Emirates Loves Pakistan’ page in collaboration with Pakistan Association in Dubai (PAD) will see 12-hour of cultural and musical extravaganza.
According to the UAE Government Media Office, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence will be the chief guest. Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, Ambassador of Pakistan; Hussain Mohammedm Consul General of Pakistan in Dubai along with diplomats and prominent figures from the Pakistani community will also attend.
Famous singers
Famous Pakistani singers Shehzad Roy and Hadiya Hashmi will perform during the day and at night while famous musical band Khumariyaan will also peformn.
Sports celebrities including famous cricketer Shahid Afridi and squash legand Jahangir Khan will also attend the event.
The celebrations highlight the enduring friendship and deep-rooted ties between the UAE and Pakistan.
Pakistan Independence Day falls on August 14 but the event is being held on Sunday, August 11 to attract more crowd on weekend.
Jashan-e-Azadi
The event named ‘Jashan-e-Azadi Pakistan (Pakistan Independence celebrations) is expected to be attended by around 15,000 people. It includes a vibrant program featuring cultural performances, musical shows, and traditional activities that showcase the rich heritage and contributions of the Pakistani community to the UAE’s development.
The celebration demonstrates the UAE’s dedication to fostering international cooperation and promoting tolerance. It also showcases the UAE’s success in creating a harmonious environment where diverse cultures coexist peacefully.
The UAE and Pakistan share a long-standing relationship, strengthened since the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan laid its foundation in 1971. Today, these ties are stronger than ever, driven by strategic partnerships and expanding economic cooperation.
Top trading partner
The UAE is Pakistan’s top trading partner and largest investor, recently committing $10 billion to promising economic sectors in Pakistan.
Dr Faisal Ikram, President of Pakistan Association in Dubai, told Gulf News that the community is grateful to ‘Emirates Loves Pakistan’ for organising this grand Pakistan Independence Day event.
“We are fully ready with our preparations. The event will feature culture of Pakistan’s different region, art exhibitions, traditional food stalls, Pakistani wedding, folk shows and much more.”
Community parades
Abu Bakar Imtiaz, Director PR at PAD, said the event will start with the community parades. “Thousands of people representing all the provinces of Pakistan clad in their traditional attires, will parade in the World Trade Centre halls highlighting our traditions and culture,” he added.
Dr Ikram said that the activities will continue throughout the day starting from 11am to 11pm.
“We expect community to participate in big numbers but they must register first to ensure entry to the venue,” he said.
Registration link is available on social media channels of PAD and the and the Emirates Love Pakistan.
Other events
Meanwhile, official flag hoisting ceremonies will be held at the Pakistani missions in Abu Dhabi and Dubai on August 14. Pakistan Social Centre, Sharjah will hold celebrations to celebrate the day on August 10 with cultural and musical performances.
