Pakistan, July 19 -- President Asif Ali Zardari on Saturday paid tribute to the people of Kashmir for their unwavering resolve and long-standing struggle for freedom. He issued a statement on the occasion of 'Accession to Pakistan Day', marking the historic resolution passed by Kashmiris on July 19, 1947. That resolution expressed their desire to join Pakistan.

The president called the day a symbol of the deep, natural, and permanent bond between Pakistan and the people of Kashmir. He praised Kashmiris for bravely passing the resolution in 1947, despite facing challenges. This, he said, reflected their clear and united will. He reminded the nation that Kashmiris have always stood firm with Pakistan.

President Zardari also acknowledged t...