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A Media Release to Sada-e-Watan From Pakistan High Commission New Zealand
Pakistan Day was
celebrated with zeal and gaiety in New Zealand on 23rd March 2009. A simple and
elegant flag hoisting ceremony was held at the Pakistan High Commission in the
morning. A large number of Pakistani expatriates living in Wellington and
adjoining areas attended the ceremony.
Earlier on 22nd March, the first Pakistan Cup golf tournament was organised at
Karori Golf Club as part of the Pakistan Day celebrations. A large number of
businessmen, parliamentarians, diplomats and academics participated in the
event. Traditional Pakistani food was served on this occasion, which was greatly
relished by Kiwi participants and guests.
Pakistani born Member of Parliament, Dr. Ashraf Choudhary, President of the Club
Geoffrey Lee and High Commissioner Munawar Saeed Bhatti gave away prizes to the
winners. All prizes consisted of traditional Pakistani handicrafts.
