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Lahore, July 5, 2007 – Punjab Chief Minister Pervaiz Elahi, U.S. Consulate’s Principal Officer Bryan Hunt and Mian Asad Jamil cut cake at 231st anniversary of the United States of America. Punjab Assembly Deputy Speaker Sardar Shaukat Hussain Mazari and PML MPA Lubna Tariq are also seen in the pictures.
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City Dignitaries Attend Reception Hosted by U.S. Consulate’s Principal Officer Bryan Hunt
Lahore – U.S. Consulate’s Principal Officer Bryan Hunt stressed America’s “enduring relationship with Pakistan” during the 231st American Independence Day celebration in the city. Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi and other dignitaries attended the reception hosted by Principal Officer Bryan Hunt at his residence.
“It is a pleasure for me to celebrate Independence Day in Lahore,” said Bryan Hunt. “July Fourth is more than just a day of celebration; it is a day to renew our commitment to uphold the fundamental principles – of liberty, equality, rule of law -- that led to the birth of our nation.”
Welcoming the distinguished guests, Mr. Bryan Hunt stressed the ideals and values Pakistan and the United States shared. “Our Founding Fathers stood for the same ideals of freedom and liberty that led to the creation of Pakistan under the guidance of Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.”
Chief Minister Elahi hoped that relations between the peoples of America and Pakistan would be further strengthened and the bonds of friendship between the two countries more firmly riveted in the times to come.
National anthems of Pakistan and the United States were played to mark the beginning of the celebration. A live band later on entertained the guests as they were served traditional American fare. Several U.S. businesses contributed generously to make the event a success.
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