ISLAMABAD: Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday attended a celebration at the British High Commission in Islamabad marking the 70th anniversary of the enthronement of Queen Elizabeth II.
The Queen’s Birthday and Platinum Jubilee celebrations tonight, Wednesday, were the first in a series of events planned around the country.
Hosted by British High Commissioner Dr. Christian Turner, the event in Islamabad was attended by Sharif as chief guest along with other senior ministers, foreign dignitaries and celebrities.
“We are honored to celebrate her Birthday, her Platinum Jubilee and also 75 years of deep UK-Pakistan relations,” British High Commissioner to Pakistan Dr. Christian Turner CMG said in a statement.
“On behalf of the government and people of Pakistan and on behalf I wish to covey through you ambassador to her Majesty and her government our warm felicitations on this historic occasion,” Sharif said.
“Queen is a symbol of unity, hope and continuity not just for the UK but for the entire Commonwealth family.”
Pakistan wants to “transform these relations (with the UK) into more friendly and business, investment and trade relationship,” the PM added.
Events across the world have been held for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and her 70 years of service to the people of the UK, the Realms and the Commonwealth.
The Pakistan Monument in Islamabad was lit up on Wednesday in purple, the color of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
