A flag hoisting ceremony was held at Pakistan House this morning. The High Commissioner hoisted the flag to the tune of National Anthem. Press Counsellor Mr. Athar Zeb Abbasi and Deputy High Commissioner Mr. Salman Mahmood read out the messages of the President and the Prime Minister of Pakistan.

Special prayers were offered for peace, stability and prosperity of the country. Prayers were also made for the success of valiant struggle of the people of IIOJ&K and for lasting peace in the Middle East.