By Syed Yasin Hashmi
TWA
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Paying tribute to “diligence, fortitude, and an enduring belief in the American dream”, of Pakistani immigrants who have helped to transform emergent areas within the State of California into thriving and respectable communities, the Senate of California has passed a consensus resolution to commemorate the history of positive Pakistani-American relations on the occasion of forthcoming Independence Day of Pakistan.
The landmark resolution No. 576 was presented by State Senator Josh Newman, of 29th Senatorial District titled as “Pakistani-American Relations.”
The text of the resolution reads as;
WHEREAS, Pakistan proclaimed its independence on August 14, 1947, and has fostered a close relationship with the United States; and
WHEREAS, Pakistan’s history of sovereign independence was a step forward for the cause of freedom, and the country’s history has inspired, supported, and assisted nations around the world in their pursuit of liberty, justice, and equality; and
WHEREAS, With diligence, fortitude, and an enduring belief in the American dream, Pakistani immigrants have helped to turn emergent areas within the State of California into thriving and respectable communities, while raising their children to be productive Pakistani Americans; and
WHEREAS, Pakistani Americans have become an integral part of mainstream American society and have made important contributions as Californians in the fields of finance, technology, law, medicine, education, sports, media, the arts, the military, and government, as well as other areas; and
WHEREAS, People throughout California have celebrated Pakistani-American relations by recognizing the achievements, contributions, and history of Pakistani Americans and appreciating the challenges and opportunities before Pakistani Americans; and
WHEREAS, As the Pakistani American community prepares for a new era and creates a new history, Pakistani Americans strive to instill in younger generations appreciation for the courage and values of their forefathers, a deep sense of affinity with their roots, and pride in their own cultural heritage so that they may better contribute to the great State of California, rich with ethnic and cultural diversity; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED BY SENATOR JOSH NEWMAN, That he commemorates the history of positive Pakistani-American relations and commends the many residents and organizations throughout the State of California that have supported and promoted the culture, traditions, and achievements of Pakistani Americans.
Thanking Senator Josh Newman, Pakistan’s Consul General in Los Angles Asim Ali Khan, Sitara-i-Imtiaz, tweeted that “Thank you Senator JoshNewman. California Senate today adopted a consensus resolution recognizing Pakistan’s independence as an inspiration to other nations, positive contributions of Pakistani American community and commemorating Pak-U.S relations on Pakistan’s Independence Day”
“Today’s resolution adopted by California Senate underscores enduring bonds of friendship between Pakistan and the United States. Historic recognition concurrently by CA Senate and Assembly, and meetings with California’s leadership is a great honor. Immense potential for increasing bilateral cooperation,” he said in his tweet.
Consul General Asim Khan also thanked all the members of the Senate who supported the resolution and observed that the gesture would have significant bearing on strengthening ties with the state of California.
