WASHINGTON (TIP): Secretary of State John Kerry on Sunday, March 23, said the US is committed to deepen ties with Pakistan as both the countries have stakes in each other’s success and in ensuring regional peace and prosperity.

Kerry’s statement released on the occasion of Pakistan’s Republic Day read: “On behalf of President Obama and the people of the US, I extend warm wishes to the Government and people of Pakistan on the 74th anniversary of the signing of the Lahore Resolution, which laid the foundation for Pakistan’s independence.”

“On this special day, we remember the message of hope, courage, and confidence the Quaid-e- Azam delivered to the Pakistani people in his Eid-ul- Azha Message in 1947. Together, we must face our challenges with the same hope and determination.” “We all have a stake in Pakistan’s success, just as Pakistan has a stake in ours,” he said, reiterating the commitment of the Obama Administration towards Pakistan.