WASHINGTON – In a landmark development in the history of Islamabad and Washington, a resolution was introduced in the US House of Representatives to designate 23 March as Pakistan Day.
Congressman Jamaal Bowman presented the resolution in the US House of Representatives on Wednesday in another bid to further strengthen relations between the two countries.
The resolution stated that Pakistan Day provides an excellent means by which all US residents can learn more about the rich Pakistani heritage while fostering an appreciation for the ancient culture among future generations.
It further maintained that it is proper and desirable for Washington to recognize and pay tribute to those who promote ethnic pride and enhance the profile of cultural diversity which strengthens the fabric of the communities of the US.
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
On the development, Pakistan’s envoy to the US Masood Khan hailed Congressman Bowman for his initiative as it could further strengthen bilateral relations between the two sides and aimed at bringing the people of both sides closer.
Recognizing March 23 as Pakistan Day depicts the significance of bilateral ties and a desire to further strengthen relations.
Congressman Bowman called it a matter of an honor for him to have introduced the resolution. He felt proud to stand with Pakistani people who are dealing with catastrophes that we have not seen in history.
Bowman further congratulated Pakistan nation and the commencement of the month of Holy Ramadan and conveyed his message of Peace and love to the people of Pakistan”
Pakistani rupee saw slight gains against US dollar in the open market on March 19, 2024, Tuesday.
In the open market, the US dollar was being quoted at 278.6 for buying and 281.45 for selling.
Euro remains unchanged at 303 for buying and 306 for selling while British Pound hovers around 356 for buying, and 359 for selling.
UAE Dirham AED saw slight changes and new rate stands at 75.7 whereas the Saudi Riyal new rates was 73.95.
Currency | Symbol | Buying | Selling |
---|---|---|---|
US Dollar | USD | 278.6 | 281.45 |
Euro | EUR | 303 | 306 |
UK Pound Sterling | GBP | 356 | 359 |
U.A.E Dirham | AED | 75.7 | 76.45 |
Saudi Riyal | SAR | 73.95 | 74.4 |
Australian Dollar | AUD | 182.7 | 184.5 |
Bahrain Dinar | BHD | 741.22 | 749.22 |
Canadian Dollar | CAD | 204 | 206.2 |
China Yuan | CNY | 38.73 | 39.13 |
Danish Krone | DKK | 40.69 | 41.09 |
Hong Kong Dollar | HKD | 35.63 | 35.98 |
Indian Rupee | INR | 3.36 | 3.47 |
Japanese Yen | JPY | 1.86 | 1.94 |
Kuwaiti Dinar | KWD | 903.77 | 912.77 |
Malaysian Ringgit | MYR | 59.25 | 59.85 |
New Zealand Dollar | NZD | 169.5 | 171.5 |
Norwegians Krone | NOK | 26.27 | 26.57 |
Omani Riyal | OMR | 723.7 | 731.7 |
Qatari Riyal | QAR | 76.57 | 77.27 |
Singapore Dollar | SGD | 206 | 208 |
Swedish Korona | SEK | 26.89 | 27.19 |
Swiss Franc | CHF | 315.26 | 317.76 |
Thai Bhat | THB | 7.76 | 7.91 |
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