The relationship between the countries of Pakistan and China is often described as one of the strongest diplomatic friendships in the modern world. In 2026, both nations are celebrating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations, yet historians and cultural experts believe the roots of Pakistan-China friendship extend back thousands of years through trade, Buddhism, archaeology,…
ISLAMABAD (Sabahuddin Qazi / PNP): The recent Korean cultural festival K-Wave Festa 2026 in Islamabad, organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, have faced logistical challenges, but it revealed something far more significant: the extraordinary rise of Korean Culture in Pakistan. According to the Program Agenda shared by the Korean Embassy, the K-Wave…
The exchange of Eid greetings among political leaders often carries symbolic meaning beyond festive wishes. This year, an Eid greeting card shared by prominent senior Pakistani politician, analyst and former Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed has drawn intellectual and cultural attention due to its deep reference to the poetry of Allama Muhammad Iqbal and its evocative…
In a world where nations compete not only through economic strength and political influence but also through cultural identity, festivals play a powerful role in shaping global perceptions. For Pakistan, the Basant Festival stands as one of the most vibrant cultural symbols capable of projecting a positive, colorful, and peace-loving image to the world. Rooted…
In the land of five rivers, where the echoes of ancient civilizations still whisper through the ruins of Mohenjo-Daro and Taxila, the lamps of Diwali continue to shine — quietly yet beautifully. Every year, Pakistan’s Hindu community, along with people from other faiths who join in the spirit of the festival, celebrates Diwali, the festival…
