Turkey to illuminate in Pakistani flag colour historic bridge connecting Asia - Europe on Pakistan Day

Turkey to illuminate in Pakistani flag colour historic bridge connecting Asia - Europe on Pakistan Day

ISLAMABAD - The bridges in Istanbul across Bosphorous Strait, connecting the two continents of Asia and Europe, would be illuminated in Pakistani flag colors to commemorate the National Day of Pakistan falling on March 23.

Pakistan and Turkey enjoy exemplary friendly relations as the two countries have always stood by each other in good and difficult times.

Over the years, the relationship has grown from strength to strength, a message received here from Pakistani embassy in Istanbul on Thursday said.

The embassy deeply appreciates the Turkish government’s friendly gesture to commemorate the National Day of Pakistan in Turkey.

Meanwhile, aerial acrobatic team “Solo Türk” and T-129 ATAK helicopters of Turkey will also participate in the fly-past ceremony during the “Pakistan Day” parade in Islamabad on March 23. - APP