LAHORE: A cultural event was held at Lahore Fort to mark Hungary’s National Day. The event was jointly organized by the Punjab Information and Culture Department and the Embassy of Hungary.
Provincial Minister for Industries and Commerce Chaudhry Shafay Hussain, Provincial Minister for Minority Affairs Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora, Hungarian Ambassador Dr. Zoltán Varga, and Honorary Consul General of Hungary Ghulam Dastgir Khan attended the event. Secretary Information and Culture Punjab Tahir Raza Hamdani, Executive Director Lahore Arts Council Muhammad Nawaz Gondal, government officials, and a large number of people from various walks of life were also present.
Addressing the ceremony, Provincial Minister for Industries and Commerce Chaudhry Shafay Hussain said that organizing a cultural event in Lahore to mark Hungary’s National Day was a commendable initiative. Such events play an important role in promoting mutual respect, harmony, and cooperation among different countries, he added.
The provincial Minister said that Pakistan and Hungary already enjoyed cultural cooperation, but there was a need to further strengthen bilateral economic and trade relations. Punjab offered vast investment opportunities for Hungarian investors, he said, adding that the provincial government would extend all possible support and facilitation to investors from Hungary.
Hungarian Ambassador Dr. Zoltán Varga said that holding an event to celebrate Hungary’s National Day in Lahore, the cultural heart of Punjab, was a welcome initiative. He emphasized that organizing a special event to mark the National Day was of great significance to the people of Hungary.
In his welcome address, Secretary Information and Culture Punjab Tahir Raza Hamdani highlighted the friendly and cultural ties between Pakistan and Hungary.
Artists from both countries showcased their respective cultural traditions, artistic expressions, and rich heritage through vibrant performances. The audience warmly applauded the artists and appreciated their outstanding performances, making the event a memorable celebration of cultural friendship between Pakistan and Hungary.
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