Islamabad, June 3,2026: Chairman Senate Yousaf Raza Gillani has extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the government, parliament, and people of Italy on the occasion of the country’s 80th National Day.
In a special message, the chairman senate said Pakistan highly values its longstanding, friendly, and mutually respectful relationship with Italy and remains committed to further strengthening bilateral cooperation in areas of shared interest.
Gillani noted that Italy has made significant contributions to the promotion of democracy, human rights, the rule of law, social progress, and international cooperation. He said Pakistan appreciates Italy’s constructive role in advancing these universal values and creating opportunities for inclusive development.
The chairman senate emphasized that Pakistan and Italy enjoy enduring relations based on mutual trust, respect, and common interests.
He noted that cooperation between the two countries has steadily expanded across multiple sectors, including trade, investment, education, culture, development partnerships, environmental protection, and parliamentary diplomacy, yielding tangible benefits for the people of both nations.
Gillani also paid tribute to the Pakistani diaspora in Italy, describing it as a vital bridge between the two countries through its hard work, dedication, and contribution to strengthening people-to-people ties and mutual understanding.
Highlighting another important dimension of bilateral relations, the chairman senate praised the partnership between Pakistan and Italy in archaeology, cultural heritage preservation, and academic collaboration.
He particularly acknowledged Italy’s support in the research, conservation, and restoration of Pakistan’s historical heritage, especially sites associated with the Gandhara Civilization and archaeological locations in the Swat region.
Reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to enhancing bilateral engagement, Gillani said parliamentary exchanges, economic cooperation, cultural collaboration, and people-to-people connectivity between Pakistan and Italy would continue to grow in the years ahead.
He expressed confidence that both countries would continue working together to promote peace, prosperity, sustainable development, and stronger international cooperation.
Concluding his message, the chairman senate conveyed his sincere wishes to the leadership and people of Italy for continued progress, prosperity, peace, and lasting stability.
