Paris: The Pakistan Embassy in Paris celebrated the 79th Independence Day of Pakistan with a flag hoisting ceremony. Ambassador Mumtaz Zahra Baloch raised the Pakistani flag to the tune of the national anthem, in the presence of members of the diaspora, embassy officials, and Pakistani families, including a large number of children.

According to Radio Pakistan, the event featured a colorful Independence Day program that included national songs and a documentary. Later, the guests enjoyed traditional Pakistani food.