London, UK — May 22, 2025
The Pakistan Peoples Party (United Kingdom) \[PPP (UK)] organized a heartfelt **Youm-e-Tashakkur** (Day of Gratitude) event in East London to honor the sacrifices and bravery of the people and armed forces of Pakistan. The event was presided over by **Mohsin Bari**, President PPP (UK), and hosted by **Azher Bralvi**, General Secretary PPP (UK), in Ilford, London. Over 300 attendees participated, with a notable presence of women and youth.
Distinguished chief guests included **Mir Munawwar Talpur** (MNA), **Syed Qamar Raza**, Chairman Overseas Pakistani Foundation, and **Mr. Ali Nawaz Malik**, Press Minister at the Pakistan High Commission in London. The speakers list featured **Mian Saleem**, President PPP Greater London; **Raja Iftikhar**, General Secretary PPP Greater London; **Shagufta Nasreen**, VP PPP UK; **Anjum Jaral**, President Women Wing; **Amber Ijaz**, Information Secretary Women Wing; **Riaz Kamarvi**, VP PPP UK; **Aftab Baghi**, General Secretary Kashmir Committee; **Jam Mashooq Jatoi**, Information Secretary Sindh; **Ashraf Chugtai**, senior leader and analyst; **Pir Fiazul Hassan**, **Chaudhry Nisar**, **Naeem Abbasi**, **Zubair Gul**, **Tahir A. Malik**, **Samia**, and **Raja Qaiser**, VP PPP Greater London.
Speakers highlighted Pakistan’s desire for peaceful coexistence, but expressed deep gratitude to the armed forces for their professionalism and protection during recent hostilities. They also thanked **China**, **Türkiye**, and **Azerbaijan** for their strong international support.
The program featured patriotic songs by professional artists and community members, including a performance by UK-based Pakistani women celebrating unity and prosperity.
In closing, **President Mohsin Bari** thanked the organizing team: **Arif Mughal**, **Syed Kirmani**, **Faraz Mastoi**, **Chaudhry Waheed Iqbal**, and **Chaudhry Nisar**.
The event reflected the overseas Pakistani community’s unity, pride, and support for their homeland.
