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Saturday, July 23, 2011
Pakistan recognises Republic of South Sudan
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani, on Friday, approved the recognition of the Republic of South Sudan by Pakistan. The United Nations General Assembly added the candidacy of South Sudan as the 193rd member state after it bifurcated from Sudan on July 9. So far 88 countries have accorded recognition to the new independent country. The prime minister conveyed felicitations on behalf of the people and the government people of Pakistan to the president of the Republic of South Sudan. He expressed hope for the success of nation-building efforts as well as socio-economic development in South Sudan. The prime minister said Pakistan looked forward to working closely with the South Sudanese government both at bilateral and multilateral forums to advance shared objectives of peace, prosperity and the development of people from both countries. staff report
Courtesy www.dailytimes.com.pk