It is an extremely moving experience to
stand here in the Turkish Parliament, which was targeted during the heinous
coup attempt on 15 July.
The Turkish Grand National Assembly is
the sacred symbol of Turkey’s democracy and the aspirations of its people.
We vividly remember that the valiant
members of TGNA, led by Speaker Ismail Kahraman, immediately assembled in the
Parliament and convened continuous sessions – in daring defiance of the illegal
coup attempt and in fearless defence of democracy.
Their courage and perseverance in the
face of incessant and indiscriminate bombing were simply remarkable.
This is indeed a Ghazi Majlis, and its
Speaker a real hero!
On the dark night of 15 July, we
witnessed shining examples of human resolve, bravery and sacrifice all across
Turkey.
We pray for the 248 martyrs, and wish
speedy recovery for the 2,200 injured.
We salute the collective resolve of the
Turkish nation in successfully overcoming one of the greatest challenges of its
recent history.
The leadership, Government and people of
Pakistan stood solidly by their Turkish brothers and sisters on the night of 15
July, and they will always be shoulder-to-shoulder at all times.
Both Houses of our Parliament passed
unanimous resolutions expressing abiding solidarity with Turkey, its leadership
and democratic institutions.
Democracy is among the key values binding
our nations together.
Our brotherhood has existed for
centuries, and would live forever.
Our fraternal and multi-dimensional
cooperation would continue to flourish – for the benefit of our two peoples and
for regional and international peace and development.
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