Pakistan envoy visits Paris’ Asia Now art fair, highlights contemporary artists

The Asia Now art fair, held annually during Paris Art Week, serves as a major global platform showcasing cutting-edge contemporary art from across Asia and its diaspora, drawing art enthusiasts, collectors, and critics from around the world.

PARIS, Oct 23 (APP): Ambassador of Pakistan to France Mumtaz Zahra Baloch on Friday visited the Asia Now – Paris Asian Art Fair being held in Paris on the occasion of Paris Art Week.

Upon her arrival, Ambassador Baloch was warmly received by Alexandra Fain, Founding Director of Asia Now.

During the visit, the ambassador interacted with several artists, curators, and representatives of Pakistani contemporary art featured at the venue.

A major highlight of this year’s edition is the prominent display of artwork by Pakistani visual artist Wardah Shabbir, which has been selected as the official promotional artwork for the 2026 fair.

The Asia Now art fair, held annually during Paris Art Week, serves as a major global platform showcasing cutting-edge contemporary art from across Asia and its diaspora, drawing art enthusiasts, collectors, and critics from around the world.

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