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53^rdDefence Day of Pakistan marked in France 

Paris 25^thSeptember, 2018. The 53^rdDefence Day of Pakistan was observed with traditional zeal and passion in a simple but dignified ceremony held at the Embassy  of Pakistan in Paris today to pay tribute to the people and Armed Forces of Pakistan and all those who laid down their lives while defending the country.

The ceremony was attended by a large number of officials from French government, parliamentarians, Ambassadors and Defence Attaches of friendly countries, representatives of media and think tanks.

The Ambassador of Pakistan Mr. Moin ul Haque during his address highlighted the significance of the day and countless sacrifices of the people and Armed Forces of Pakistan for protecting the motherland.

Ambassador said that Pakistan foreign and defence policies are based on the principles espoused by Quaid-d-Azam, “peace with all and enmity with none”.As a responsible nation and a member of United Nations, we desire peaceful and friendly relations with all our neighbors and believe in dialogue and constructive engagement for regional and global peace.

Senator Pascal Allizard and Mr. Jean-Bernard Sempastous, Presidents of Pak-France Friendship Groups in the French Senate and National Assembly respectively were the Guests of Honour who laid the ceremonial floral wreath and cut the cake on the occasion along with the Ambassador Moin ul Haque and Defence & Air Attaché, Air Commodore Syed Muhammad Azmat Ali.

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Guests of Honour Senator Pascal Allizard and Mr. Jean-Bernard Sempastous, Presidents of Pak-France Friendship Groups in the French Senate and National Assembly were cutting the cake along with the Ambassador Moin ul Haque and Defence & Air Attaché, Air Commodore Syed Muhammad Azmat Ali on occasion of 53^rdDefence day of Pakistan in Paris on 25-09-2019.

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Mr. Moin ul Haque, Ambassador of Pakistan to France is addressing ceremony held to marked 53^rdDefence Day of Pakistan in Embassy of Pakistan Paris today on 25-09-2018.

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12-top Pakistan companies showcase their products at Texworld, Paris

Paris 19^th September, 2018. Twelve Pakistani textile companies participated at Texworld, the bi-annual International textile exhibition held in Paris from 17^th to 20^thSeptember, 2018.

The Ambassador of Pakistan to France Moin ul Haque visited the Pakistan Pavilion established at the exhibition and met various companies and thanked them for their participation showcasing a wide range of their quality textile and leather products.

The Ambassador noted with satisfaction that the Pakistan’s exports to France are following an upward trajectory since the launch of economic diplomacy initiated by the Embassy in 2016. In the year 2017, total bilateral trade increased to US$1.58 billion compared to US$1.467 billion in 2016. He added that the data for first months 2018 reflected 8% increase in the bilateral trade, which was a welcoming trend.

Some of the major Pakistani textile groups/exporters namely Nishat Mills, Kohinoor, Sapphire, Kamal Limited, Siddique Sons and Master Textile had also established their theme based customized pavilions which attracted large number of potential buyers.

The Texworld held twice every year is a popular trade fair exclusively for professionals from the textile and fashion industry. It is a valuable and efficient gateway to the European market for international textile manufactures. Each year, a number of Pakistani textile companies participate in the exhibition with support of Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP).

                                                                                               President Macron Congratulates Prime Minister Khan

President Emmanuel Macron of France telephoned Prime Minister Imran Khan this evening to congratulate him on his party’s election victory and for assuming the office of Prime Minister.

President Macron stressed the importance of deepening bilateral political dialogue. He expressed the desire to cooperate in the fields of energy, water resource management, trade, and economy and to work together on issues of mutual interest at the global level.

President Macron appreciated Pakistan’s efforts in fighting terrorism, and recognized the “high price” paid by Pakistan dealing with this menace. In this context, he condoled the July terrorist incidents in Pakistan.

Prime Minister Khan thanked the French President for his call. He expressed the desire for further developing bilateral relations with France into a mutually beneficial, broad -based and long-term partnership.

Prime Minister Khan added that trade and investment ties between Pakistan and France were growing and appreciated the presence of a large number of French companies in Pakistan.  He invited more French investments into Pakistan.

Prime Minister Khan briefed the French President on the regional situation, especially the importance of a peaceful settlement in Afghanistan, and on the relations with India. He underscored the need for the resumption of the comprehensive dialogue with India to address all outstanding issues, including the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. He referred to the sad plight of Kashmiris facing massive human rights violations and the need for the international community to play its role to mitigate the sufferings of the Kashmiri people.

Prime Minister Khan invited President Macron to visit Pakistan which the French leader accepted.

13 September 2018,
Islamabad

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Paris 21 August 2018.  Pakistani Community of France Celebrated Eid ul Adha with religious sanctity and fervor.

Special arrangements were made at the Embassy of Pakistan to France where community members, officers and staff of the Embassy along with their families offered Eid Prayers in large number.

Ambassador of Pakistan to France Moin ul Haque in his message to the community termed Eid ul Adha as an important festival celebrated in memory of the supreme sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.) which reflected his absolute submission to the will of Allah.

In his message the Ambassador said that Eid is a great opportunity to extend compassion and kindness to the less fortunate and prayed to Almighty Allah to bless all Pakistanis and Muslims around the world with the true happiness and understanding for the great religious act of sacrifice.

The Ambassador also extended his warmest wishes to the Pakistani Community of France and congratulated everyone who performed the Hajj this year.

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Flag hoisting ceremony held at Embassy to celebrate 72 Year of Pakistan’s Independence 

Paris 14^thAugust 2018: A simple yet dignified flag hoisting ceremony was held at the Pakistan Embassy in Paris today to celebrate the 72^nd of Pakistan’s Independence.

Members of Pakistani community, officers and officials of the Embassy, their families and media persons attended the ceremony in large number.

Special messages of the President and the Prime Minister felicitating the Pakistani nation on this auspicious occasion were read out.

The Ambassador Moin ul Haque in his address congratulated the Pakistan community and entire Pakistani nation on this historic occasion. He paid rich tribute to founding fathers for their tireless efforts and countless sacrifices for the creation of Pakistan.

The Ambassador congratulated the people of Pakistan for exercising their right to vote which for the first time in the history of Pakistan would marked a peaceful transition to a third democratic elected government.

He added that with this successful elections and peaceful transition of power, democratic institutions in the country have been strengthened.

He expressed confidence that all the Pakistanis whether living in Pakistan or aboard would work together for the country’s growth and development and to realize the vision of our founding fathers for making Pakistan a modern and prosperous state.

Later, three bright French students of Pakistan origin were awarded Jinnah Scholarships for outstanding academic achievements. The Jinnah Award was instituted this year by the Embassy of Pakistan to France to acknowledge academic achievements of Pakistani students in France.

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Pakistan Mango Festival held in Rungis international market, Paris

Paris 5^thJuly, 2018.  A Mango Festival was held today at the Rungis international market in the outskirts of Paris. Spread over an area of 234 hectares, Rungis is among the largest wholesale markets of the world for agricultural and food products.

With a view to introducing Pakistani mangoes in French market, famous varieties including Sindhri, Chaunsa and Anwar Rotal were transported from Pakistan for the festival. A Pakistan Pavilion was set up in the market, where mangoes were offered to visitors for tasting and given as gifts. Mango drinks were also offered.

Speaking on the occasion, the Ambassador of Pakistan to France Mr. Moin ul Haque thanked the President of Rungis Mr. Stephane LAYANI and Mr. Xavier ESPANA, the founder of Rungis market for gracing the event. He said that the festival will hopefully lead to kick start the export of Pakistani mangoes to France in large quantity. Mr. Babur Durrani, CEO of Darrani Associates, which sponsored the shipment of mangoes was also present.

The festival was attended by a large number of major wholesale fruit sellers and buyers, who not only supply fruit to the local French market but also cater to other countries of Europe. The buyers/visitors enjoyed the delicious mangoes and expressed keen interest in exploring possibilities of importing Pakistani mangoes for the French fruit markets.

The festival was jointly organized by the Embassy of Pakistan in Paris, Trade Development Authority of Pakistan and M/s Durrani Associates, the largest mango exporters of Pakistan.