Islamabad: Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended his congratulations to Pakistan on Independence Day: Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a felicitation message to President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, wishing peace, prosperity, and well-being for the people of Pakistan.
According to Radio Pakistan, President Putin highlighted the ongoing productive cooperation between Russia and Pakistan in various fields, including political, trade, economic, and humanitarian sectors. He emphasized the mutual collaboration on important regional and global issues and expressed confidence in further strengthening the bilateral partnership in the interests of their peoples.
Meanwhile, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain, Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, also conveyed his congratulations to President Asif Ali Zardari on Independence Day. A similar congratulatory message was sent to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, highlighting Bahrain's recognition and support for Pakistan's national celebration.