Pakistan has a beautiful cultural heritage: Iranian Vice President

[Omar1984]

Pakistan has a beautiful cultural heritage: Iranian VP

ISLAMABAD: Iranian Vice President Mohammad Mohandis Bokei, who is accompanying the Iranian president in his current official visit to Pakistan, visited Lok Virsa (National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage) on Friday.

Senior museum officers of Lok Virsa gave him a warm welcome and briefed him about the mandate and functioning of Lok Virsa as a specialised body aiming to document, preserve and disseminate the tangible and intangible culture of Pakistan.

Later, the distinguished delegate was taken to the Pakistan National Museum of Ethnology, popularly known as Heritage Museum, depicting living cultural traditions and lifestyles of the people of the country, spreading over 60,000 sq feet covered area.

The vice president was very much impressed while going through the museum link passage presenting Pakistan’s historical cultural relations with brotherly Muslim country Iran, for which the exhibits/artifacts were contributed by Iran. He was informed that Pakistan and Iran share commonalities in most of the crafts and cultural artefacts such as weaving, miniature, painting, calligraphy, metal, brass, copper as well as architectural heritage including blue tiles, tile mosaic work, mirror work, marble intarcia, etc.

The other three-dimensional displays that attracted the delegate were hall of textiles, hall of silk thread, nomadic life of the people of Kaghan, Kalash minority and wedding rituals of Cholistan desert.

In his comments in the visitor’s book, the Iranian vice president wrote, “Pakistan has a beautiful cultural heritage. Lok Virsa deserves commendation for showcasing the life and indigenous traditions of Pakistani people in such a professional manner. We pray to God for success and prosperity of Pakistan and its great people.”

The delegate left the Lok Virsa premises amid the beat of traditional drums and the playing of famous folk and national songs presented by a group of folk artistes and musicians.


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[modest]

Pakistan is linguistically/culturally/ethnically related to Iran among others

 

[Omar1984]

Pakistan is linguistically/culturally/ethnically related to Iran among others

Yes Urdu and Farsi share many common words. Iran is a good neighbor of Pakistan and Pakistan must improve relations with Iran. Like Pakistan-China Friendship.

 

[Unmet46]

Pakistan should at least do more trade with Iran.

 

[ZABASHO]

Undoubtedly it is true bu one can't help but wonder what took Iran over 60years in saying so!!??

 

[Omar1984]

Undoubtedly it is true bu one can't help but wonder what took Iran over 60years in saying so!!??

Pakistan and Iran always had great relations. Iran was the first country to recognize Pakistan in 1947. In 1965 war, Iran and Turkey sent their medical staff to Pakistan to treat wounded soldiers. In the 1970's, Pakistan and Iran did a joint military operation on terrorists in both sides of Balochistan. Iran is a good neighbor of Pakistan.

 

[ZABASHO]

Pakistan and Iran always had great relations. Iran was the first country to recognize Pakistan in 1947. In 1965 war, Iran and Turkey sent their medical staff to Pakistan to treat wounded soldiers. In the 1970's, Pakistan and Iran did a joint military operation on terrorists in both sides of Balochistan. Iran is a good neighbor of Pakistan.

Not true... Iran & Pakistan had good relations during the Shah's reign.

Since the Islamic revolution in Iran and with the coming of power of the ayatollah (who btw is still in power now) the relations between the 2 countries dried up. Pakistan supported Taliban in Afghan, while Iran supported Shiite fighters in Pakistan. After the afghan war, Iran started supporting the Northern Alliance against Pakistani backed Taliban (who also murdered Iranian civilians).

Lets be fair, this is nothing but a pathetic attempt by a sour loser of a guy, the ayatollah, to suck up to anyone at present only to betray them later, something unfortunately Pakistan does have experience in.

 

[W.11]

yes we know...........

 

[Omar1984]

Not true... Iran & Pakistan had good relations during the Shah's reign.

Since the Islamic revolution in Iran and with the coming of power of the ayatollah (who btw is still in power now) the relations between the 2 countries dried up. Pakistan supported Taliban in Afghan, while Iran supported Shiite fighters in Pakistan. After the afghan war, Iran started supporting the Northern Alliance against Pakistani backed Taliban (who also murdered Iranian civilians).

Lets be fair, this is nothing but a pathetic attempt by a sour loser of a guy, the ayatollah, to suck up to anyone at present only to betray them later, something unfortunately Pakistan does have experience in.

Pakistan had great relations with Iran during Shah's era even better than Pakistan-China Friendship, but even after the Islamic Revolution of Iran relations with Iran were never bad. We had disagreements over Afghanistan but today we are united in Afghanistan issue, and Pakistan being the country with the largest Pashtun population in the world will always support the Pashtuns in Afghanistan over Dari speaking Afghans. Iran can have control over Northern-western parts of Afghanistan that border Iran as long as we have some influence in the south-eastern parts of Afghanistan that border Pakistan. Anyways, Afghanistan is not worth fighting over. Pakistan and Iran are united today on Afghanistan. And Pakistan is a country with the 2nd largest Shia Muslim population in the world.

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[Omar1984]

Culture brings arch rivals US, Iran closer at PNCA

ISLAMABAD - Culture is the binding force to bring even arch rivals on the same page. The glaring example of this was witnessed on Thursday evening inside the building of Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), Islamabad, where two political rivals - Iran and USA embassy officials - got together to showcase their cultural achievements in Gallery No 1, and Gallery No 2 of National Art Gallery (NAG).

The US embassy in collaboration with PNCA opened a photographic exhibition under ‘The US Ambassador Fund for Cultural Preservation - Pakistan Projects’. The Iran Embassy in collaboration with PNCA organised sufi music programme and screening of feature films to celebrate 33rd year of Islamic Revolution in Iran as part of ‘Cultural Festival of Iran’.

When asked an official of Iran whether they have invited the US officials to visit gallery No 1 where Iranian photographic exhibition has been put on display, he smilingly said: “Yes, definitely. I have personally met few officials of the US embassy and invited them to be a part of Iranian cultural festival but I could not talk to the US Ambassador Cameron Munter to invite him formally.” While talking to this scribe, the US embassy officials said: “It is a rare surprise for us and we would definitely visit Iranian exhibition as there is no harm in knowing about cultural values of each other.” This scribe observed few of many Iranian officials near US Ambassador Munter when the later was making speech in Gallery No. 2 and some the US officials hovering in next gallery to watch Iranian photography and calligraphy exhibition.

In Gallery No 2, US Ambassador Cameron Munter inaugurated a photo exhibition highlighting 10 years (2001-2012) of the US support for the preservation of Pakistani heritage and antiquities through the Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation.

While addressing on the occasion, Munter, who was accompanied by his wife Dr Marilyn Wyatt, PNCA DG Tauqir Nasir and officials of PNCA and US embassy, said: “The Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation epitomises the cultural partnership between the US and Pakistan and emphasises our respect for Pakistan’s rich heritage and diversity”.

Munter said he felt honoured to play his role and collaborate with Pakistan in this prestigious project of paying tribute to the cultural heritage of Pakistan. “The PNCA and USA mission in Islamabad enjoys excellent relations in the sphere of art and culture. Together, we have been able to promote varied dimensions of art and culture. We need to encourage and build up people-to-people contact through creative means and cordial relationship”, the ambassador added.

Munter said: “Cultural heritage is a crucial link to the past and teaches us who we are today. It transcends all boundaries, and its study helps us to better understand each other as people.” The US embassy has also lined up educational programmes for students and young professionals focusing on rich and diverse heritage sites and history of these sites and the art of architectural photography, he added.

Over the past 10 years, the Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation has expended over 34 million US dollars in support of 700 projects in 120 countries. The first project in Pakistan, undertaken in 2001, restored the stone foundations of Sirkap, a well known archaeological site in Taxila. Since then, the US Embassy has worked with partners in the federal and provincial governments on numerous projects throughout Pakistan.

These projects range from excavation of Gandhara archaeological treasures and preservation of Mughal architectural heritage to documentation of historic manuscripts and restoration of Sufi shrines of spiritual and religious significance.

Amidst colourful festivity of the USA Embassy, the Iranian Embassy marked the 33rd year of Islamic Revolution in Iran, where besides photo and calligraphic exhibition, a number of art and craft pieces, rugs, decoration pieces, mosaic work, samples of Quran-e-Pak, and a wide range of books were put on display. The festival included paintings and photography exhibitions which highlighted the life and works of Ayatollah Khomeini and other political leaders and development of Iran in various fields.

On the occasion, an Iranian troupe presented Iranian music including sufi kalam, asma-e-husna, and classical songs. Iranian film titled ‘Hazrat Yousuf (AS)’ was also screened inside PNCA auditorium at 6:00 pm.

Iranian Cultural Counselor Taqi Sadegi said it was a matter of pleasure that Iran and Pakistan were enjoying their cultural ties that would surely strengthen their socioeconomic relations. Sadeghi appreciated the management of PNCA for their cordial cooperation.


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[Omar1984]

ICCI for promotion of Pakistani culture

ISLAMABAD - Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) President Yassar Sakhi Butt said on Tuesday that Pakistan’s heritage and culture needs to be promoted to highlight a true and soft image of the country globally. According to a press release, he made these remarks during a meeting with Indus Heritage Trust (IHT) Chairperson Siddiqa Malik. He stated: “Pakistan has a very rich and diverse culture, where people have their own indigenous traditions, lifestyles, crafts and heritage. “Cultural festivals and exhibitions should be organised regularly to accelerate trade and investment as well as to give a boost to the tourism sector.”
Sakhi Butt said Pakistani handicrafts reflected the country’s traditions and culture, adding that the metal and wood carving artwork was especially appreciated abroad. He added that Pakistani handicrafts have not gained the attention they deserve and that the government should facilitate the export of local handicrafts. Sakhi Butt stated that cultural festivals and exhibitions could put the economy back on track as they introduced Pakistan’s products to the global market. He said the government should arrange trade fairs and exhibitions.

He said stakeholders, including the embassies of different countries could be engaged to promote Pakistani culture and that the government must allocate a part of the annual development budget for the promotion of arts and culture. Siddiqa Malik highlighted the role of the Indus Heritage Trust in the promotion of the Pakistani cultural heritage and said the IHT was striving hard to revitalise the multi-faceted cultural identity of Pakistan.


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[bajwajatt19844]

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[Hassan_Ishtiaq]

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