WASHINGTON – For the first time in history, Congressman Jamaal Bowman moved a landmark resolution in the United States House of Representatives to designate 23 March as Pakistan Day.
The US lawmaker presented the resolution to rejoice the crucial role played by the Pakistani-American community in strengthening and inspiring people in Washington.
The resolution stated that “it is pleasing for the US to recognize and pay tribute to those who foster ethnic pride and enhance the profile of cultural diversity which strengthens the fabric of the communities of the United States.”
“Pakistan Day provides an excellent means by which all residents of the United States can learn more about the rich Pakistani heritage while fostering an appreciation for the ancient culture among future generations,” it further maintained.
Message of Congressman Jamaal Bowman for the people of Pakistan to mark “Pakistan Day” and Ramazan-ul-Mubarak @Masood__Khan @PakinUSA @RepBowman#PakistanDay2023 pic.twitter.com/lJRk9xmiT8
— Radio Pakistan (@RadioPakistan) March 23, 2023
Congressman Bowman called it a matter of an honour for him to have rolled out the resolution. “It is incredibly important for us at this moment, as the United States government, to stand with the people of Pakistan who are dealing with a catastrophe that we have not seen in history. 10 million people still struggle to find access to clean water and energy. A third of the country was destroyed. All of this because of what some would call a natural disaster but as we know is related to the issue of climate change.”
Besides offering sympathies over the disaster, he further greeted South Asian nation on Pakistan Day and the about the Holy Ramadan. “Let us continue to work together to bring our two countries together,” he said in his message.
In this regard, Masood Khan called on Congressman Bowman and the duo exchanged views on the role being played by Pakistani citizens in various fields, especially in technology, education, medicine, science, and business.
Khan commended the lawmaker for the initiative which according to him will further improve bilateral ties between the two sides and would further help bring the masses closer.
The Ambassador maintained that designating March 23 as Pakistan Day depicts the importance of Pak-US ties and a desire to further strengthen this relation, and it also recognizes the valuable contributions of the Pakistani-American community.
