KARACHI: Sindh Minister for Local Government Syed Nasir Hussain Shah inaugurated an international art exhibition at the Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi. On the occasion, he visited the Arts Council’s art gallery and appreciated the artworks displayed by artists from different countries, acknowledging their creativity, artistic skills and diverse expressions.
The participation of international artists was described as an important step towards promoting art and culture, strengthening global cultural ties and highlighting Pakistan’s positive image internationally.
Speaking on the occasion, Syed Nasir Hussain Shah said that it was a matter of great pleasure and honour for him to be among international artists from different parts of the world. He warmly welcomed all the participating artists to Pakistan and said that the Arts Council had brought the world together on a single platform.
He stated that the Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi had taken Pakistan’s name and cultural identity across the world through its continuous efforts and outstanding cultural activities. He said that the credit for this remarkable achievement went to Arts Council President Muhammad Ahmed Shah and his dedicated team.
Nasir Hussain Shah said that there was no parallel to the Arts Council in Pakistan, adding that the institution was playing a significant role not only in promoting art and culture but also in establishing Pakistan’s prominent position on the international cultural map.
He further said that the world needed peace, art and culture rather than war, conflict and hatred. The world did not want war but peace, mutual understanding and harmony, he added, stressing that art and culture were powerful means of bringing different countries, nations and societies closer together.
The provincial minister said that artists visiting Pakistan from across the world were ambassadors of their respective cultures as well as goodwill ambassadors who conveyed Pakistan’s positive message internationally through their artistic talents and creative contributions.
He expressed the commitment that the Sindh government would continue to encourage positive initiatives aimed at promoting art and culture and strengthening international cultural relations.
On the occasion, President Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi Muhammad Ahmed Shah said that the fundamental objective of the Arts Council was to promote art, literature, culture and creative activities while providing artists from around the world with a common platform. He said that the participation of international artists in Karachi demonstrated that art and culture transcended geographical boundaries and connected humanity.
He added that such international cultural events played an important role in projecting Pakistan’s positive image, promoting cultural exchanges among nations and familiarising the younger generation with global artistic traditions.
Artists and cultural personalities attending the exhibition also described the event as an important opportunity to promote international artistic collaboration, cultural exchange and the message of peace.
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