"May 28 is not just another date in the calendar for the people of Azerbaijan—it is a heartbeat of pride, a festival of sovereignty, and a commemoration of a nation’s unyielding spirit. On this day in 1918, the Azerbaijani people took a courageous leap into the future by declaring the establishment of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic—the first secular democratic republic in the Muslim world."

This was shared by Qaiser Nawab, Founder President of the Pakistan-Azerbaijan Alumni Association (PAAA), a heartfelt message with Azernews, reflecting on the historical legacy, leadership, and brotherly bonds that unite Azerbaijan, Pakistan, and Türkiye:

Though short-lived at the time, the dream lived on in the hearts of its people, finally blossoming again in 1991 with the restoration of independence.

Today, as the streets of Baku light up with national colors, music, and joyous celebrations, I, along with millions of Pakistanis and brothers and sisters from Türkiye, join hands in extending our heartfelt congratulations to the resilient, proud, and visionary people of Azerbaijan on their glorious Independence Day!

A day of history, pride, and glorious legacy
This year’s Independence Day holds even greater meaning as it is graced by the presence of esteemed world leaders, including the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, and the President of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Their presence in Baku is not just a diplomatic gesture—it is a symbol of unbreakable unity, shared faith, and historical brotherhood.

Let us pause to honor and remember the towering figure behind modern Azerbaijan, the National Leader and architect of the nation, the late........

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