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LAHORE, Dec 22 (APP): Ambassador of Tajikistan to Pakistan Sharifzoda Yusuf Toir has said that he felt immense pleasure visiting the historic and cultural city of Lahore.
Addressing the Pakistan–Tajikistan Cultural Festival held at Hazuri Bagh, here on Monday, he said that the city’s rich cultural traditions, warm hospitality, and genuine affection of its people had left a deep impression on him.
The Tajik ambassador expressed special gratitude to the government of Pakistan for organizing the cultural festival aimed at promoting cultural ties between Pakistan and Tajikistan. He said such initiatives reflect Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations through cultural diplomacy.
Addressing the audience in Urdu, Ambassador Sharifzoda Yusuf Toir termed the event historic, noting that it was the first time an official cultural delegation from Tajikistan had visited Pakistan. He emphasized that culture, music, and fine arts serve as powerful means of bringing nations closer and fostering mutual understanding. He said cultural exchanges play a vital role in promoting friendship, harmony, and trust between the peoples of both countries.
The ambassador extended an invitation to Pakistani artists to visit Tajikistan and expressed confidence that future exchanges of cultural delegations would further strengthen the longstanding friendly relations between Pakistan and Tajikistan.
He also expressed his sincere appreciation to Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, and Provincial Minister for Information and Culture Azma Bukhari for their support and patronage, saying that their efforts made the successful organization of the memorable cultural festival in Lahore possible.
During the festival, the Tajik cultural troupe presented captivating performances featuring traditional dances, music, folk arts, and cultural heritage, which were warmly received and widely appreciated by the audience. The performances offered an insightful glimpse into Tajik culture and highlighted the shared cultural spirit between the two nations.
The Pakistan–Tajikistan Cultural Festival continued for the second day in Lahore, attracting a large number of citizens, artists, cultural figures, and foreign guests, reflecting growing public interest in cultural exchange and people-to-people connectivity between the two friendly countries.