BEIJING: Today, Pakistan Embassy College Beijing (PECB) proudly hosted its annual International Culture Day themed “Bringing the World Together”. The event featured vibrant performances, art displays, tradi-tional costumes, and culinary delights, showcasing the energy and creativity of cultures from around the globe.
In her welcoming remarks, Ms. Shazia Amjad, Principal of Pakistan Embassy College apprised that In-ternational Culture Day celebration coincided with completion of 55th year of academic excellence of the College. Ambassador of Pakistan to China Mr. Khalil Hashmi inaugurated the event as the Chief Guest.
Speaking on the occasion, Ambassador Khalil Hashmi noted that this year’s theme, “Bringing the World Together,” resonated deeply as representatives from around 50 countries came together to share their unique stories, traditions, and heritages.
While emphasizing the significance of the event, the Ambassador said “In a world that often highlights our differences, today we come together to celebrate our incredible diversity. Autumn, with its chang-ing colors, serves as a perfect backdrop, reminding us of the beauty that arises when diverse elements harmonize”.
Ambassador Khalil Hashmi highlighted Pakistan Embassy College’s role as the first international school in Beijing in fostering global friendships and cultural exchanges, nurturing young minds as future lead-ers. Ambassador Hashmi underlined Pakistan’s cultural diversity, with its rich array of languages, tradi-tions, and beliefs, as a vital part of its identity.
“Today, we stand proudly alongside other nations, rein-forcing the idea that each culture contributes to our shared human experience”, stated the Ambas-sdor.
Ambassador Khalil Hashmi extended appreciation to the management, teachers, students, and par-ents of PECB for their hard work in making the event a success, as well as to international friends and members of the diplomatic community whose presence symbolised the bonds of friendship cher-ished by Pakistan.
In his concluding remarks, Ambassador Khalil Hashmi reiterated the importance of diversity in creating a beautiful and strong world.
Later, Ambassador Khalil Hashmi cut cake marking a milestone at the 55th anniversary celebration of Pakistan Embassy College. –PR
