(March 21, 1958)
His Excellency Iskander Mirza, President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan
Mr. President:
On the occasion of the National Day of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, on behalf of the Chinese people and in my own name, I extend to Your Excellency and to the people of your country our warmest congratulations. May your country prosper, its people be happy, and Your Excellency enjoy good health.
Mao Zedong
President of the People’s Republic of China
March 21, 1958