Pak embassy holds first Pakistani youth convention in France

ISLAMABAD, May 22 (APP): The first ever convention of young Pakistani
professionals and students was held in the Embassy of Pakistan to France in
Paris on Monday.
The Convention was presided over by the Ambassador of Pakistan to
France Moin-ul-Haque and was attended by over 100 youth leaders and students
representing different cities and regions of France, says a press release received here.
While addressing the Youth Convention, the Ambassador said that
Pakistani youth are the true ambassadors of Pakistan who are playing a vital
role in promoting Pakistan in France.
The Ambassador urged the Pakistani students studying in various
educational institutions of France to fully commit themselves in pursuit of
knowledge and acquiring new skills.
He advised them to be responsible citizens of France and earn a good
name for Pakistan and the community through their hard work, exemplary conduct and
respect of local laws and customs.
The Ambassador briefed the participants about various aspects of
Pakistan- France bilateral relations and the efforts being made by the Embassy to
strengthen these important relations.
He invited the Pakistani youth to join the Embassy in its cultural and
public diplomacy initiative “Celebrating Pakistan”, to introduce Pakistan’s
beautiful landscapes and the rich and diverse cultural heritage to the people of France.
The Ambassador urged the youth to play a leading role for organizing
different events conceived under the banner of “Celebrating Pakistan” in
different regions and cities of France to build a soft image of Pakistan and its people.
The Youth leaders actively and enthusiastically participated in the
Convention and shared their views and suggestions to promote Pakistan in France.