Pakistan-Uzbekistan friendship celebrated through music, culture

The event was attended by a large number of diplomats, high officials and dignitaries of various countries. The minister congratulated the Government and people of Uzbekistan on the 35th anniversary of its independence and said the theme of the evening, “Melodies of Friendship and Brotherhood,” beautifully captured the deep bond between the two countries.

“Music needs no translation. It speaks directly to people and reminds us of how much we share,” the Minister said, adding that he was delighted to welcome the Uzbek artists who had come to Pakistan to showcase the richness of Uzbekistan’s culture and musical traditions.

He said Pakistan greatly valued its cultural partnership with Uzbekistan and expressed the hope that cooperation would be expanded in heritage, museums, literature, music, performing arts, traditional crafts and exhibitions. He particularly emphasised creating more opportunities for young artists, writers and cultural professionals from both countries to meet, learn and work together.

The minister thanked the Embassy of Uzbekistan and Ambassador Alisher Tukhtaev for arranging the cultural evening and contributing to bringing the peoples of Pakistan and Uzbekistan closer.

In his remarks, Ambassador Alisher Tukhtaev said the concert was a “cultural gift from the people of Uzbekistan to the friendly people of Pakistan”, reflecting the deep-rooted friendship and growing partnership between the two brotherly countries. He highlighted the centuries-old links between the two societies through the Silk Road, which facilitated the exchange of knowledge, literature, science, music and art.