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October 30, 2025

Karachi Arts Council and Government of Sindh launch World Culture Festival

The Pakistan Arts Council in Karachi is gearing up as the World Culture Festival begins tomorrow. The Pakistan Arts Council Karachi, in collaboration with the Government of Sindh, will officially host the World Culture Festival from October 31 to December 7, offering a 38-day celebration of art, music, theater and dance from around the world. In a press conference held today, Ahmed Shah, Chairman ACP Karachi, and Syed Hassan Naqvi, Commissioner Karachi, highlighted the extensive preparations that have been made for the success of the event. The two officials have worked closely together, a partnership that has earned the Sindh

October 23, 2025

News Desk

International

Pakistan-China fashion show lights up the Great Wall

Fashion, culture and diplomacy converge as Pakistan-China fashion show debuts at Great Wall’s Badaling Guests gather at the Badaling section of the Great Wall of China for the inaugural Pakistan-China fashion show. Photo: Brochure Set against the spectacular backdrop of the Badaling section of the Great Wall of China, fashion, culture and diplomacy converged in spectacular harmony as the Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing, in collaboration with the China International Cultural Communication Center (CICCC), hosted the inaugural Pakistan-China Fashion Show. The historic stone path—long a symbol of unity, strength and cultural resilience—was transformed into a vibrant catwalk, marking the first

September 15, 2025

Sibte Awan

Pakistan

President Asif Ali Zardari Visits CPC First National Congress Memorial in Shanghai

President Asif Ali Zardari visited the historic site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in Shanghai. He was accompanied by First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari and Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. The memorial is located in Shanghai’s historic French Concession, where the CPC held its first congress in July 1921. President Zardari toured the iconic Shikumen-style building and the adjoining exhibition hall, which houses invaluable relics, photographs, and documents from the Party’s early history. The President praised the preservation of this heritage, calling it a symbol of China’s cultural legacy and one

May 24, 2025

Aliza Ayaz

Pakistan

Why Pakistan Needs a Cultural Foreign Policy

At this year’s Cannes Film Festival, Nigeria made history. My Father’s Shadow, a searing portrait of masculinity and political instability by Akinola Davies Jr., became the country’s first-ever official selection at Cannes, screening in the Un Certain Regard section. Meanwhile, Iran, Brazil, and Saudi Arabia were present with provocative entries-ranging from political thrillers to experimental documentaries. Across screenings and panels, the message was clear: cinema is no longer just entertainment. It is statecraft. Pakistan, once again, was absent. This absence is not simply a matter of visibility. It is symptomatic of a deeper policy gap-the lack of a cultural foreign

March 9, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Featured News Pakistan

Moosa Harraj elected Oxford Union president

Pakistani student Moosa Harraj has been elected as the President of the Oxford University Student Union, marking another proud moment for Pakistan on the global academic stage. Moosa Harraj is the son of former Federal Minister Muhammad Raza Hayat Hiraj and has now joined the ranks of Pakistanis who have led this prestigious institution. Prominent Pakistanis who led Oxford Union: Benazir Bhutto (former Prime Minister of Pakistan)—first Pakistani to hold the post in the 20th century. Ahmad Nawaz (APS Peshawar Attack Survivor): Became President in 2022. Israr Khan Kakar—elected in 2024. Israr Khan told the media that he was born

March 3, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Featured News Pakistan

Did Taliban Invite Pornstar Whitney Wright to Afghanistan in Ramadan?

Whitney Wright, a porn actor based in the United States, recently travelled to Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, which restricted the rights of women and girls since the group captured power in the war-torn country. Wright, who has a following of over 1 million on Instagram, has lately been visiting Muslim-dominated nations across the world. Last year, she triggered uproar with her visit to Iran, which had ousted American influence after the Islamic revolution in 1979. Iran is also known for cracking down on women’s rights. Wright posted images of her trip to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan on her Instagram account, showing a plane from

February 19, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Featured News Pakistan

Pakistan, China vow to continue working on shared objectives

Pakistan and China have expressed commitment to continue working closely on shared objectives and strengthening people-to-people ties. The resolve to this effect was made in a meeting between Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal and Ambassador of China to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong in Islamabad. On this occasion, the Minister reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to advancing key initiatives under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and emphasized the importance of aligning developmental priorities for mutual benefit. The two sides discussed ongoing and future areas of collaboration, with a particular focus on economic and infrastructure development. Ahsan Iqbal extended warm greetings to the Chinese Ambassador on the

February 10, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Featured News Pakistan

President Zardari leaves for Lisbon to condole Prince Aga Khan’s death

President Asif Ali Zardari has left for Lisbon, Portugal to condole the death of late Prince Karim al-Hussaini Aga Khan IV. The President will meet His Highness Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V and extend his condolences. During the visit, President Asif Ali Zardari will also meet the President of Portugal, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.

February 1, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Featured News Pakistan

Sindh Tourism Minister Inaugurates Ethiopian Embassy Pavilion at Pakistan Travel Mart

KARACHI: Minister of Sindh for Culture, Tourism, Antiquities and Archives H.E. Syed Zulfiqar Shah inaugurated the exclusive Tourism Pavilion of the Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (PTM) at the Pakistan Travel Mart 2025 (PTM) in Karachi. H.E. Ibrahim Khalid Tawab, Honorary Consul of the FDR Ethiopia in Karachi, along with the Embassy’s staff received the Minister upon his arrival at the pavilion. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister praised thriving tourism industry of Ethiopia under the leadership of H.E. Dr. Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of the FDR Ethiopia. The establishment of the Ethiopian Pavilion at the Pakistan

January 30, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Featured News Pakistan

‘Uraan Pakistan’ initiative ensures inclusive progress, says Ahsan Iqbal

Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has reaffirmed Pakistan’s deep-rooted economic and cultural ties with the United Kingdom. During a meeting with British Parliamentarians at Portcullis House, Westminster, he stressed Pakistan’s focus on enhancing trade and economic cooperation with the key partners to achieve shared prosperity. He also acknowledged the significant contributions of British Pakistanis in fortifying the bond between the two nations and encouraged deeper engagement in Pakistan’s development efforts. Highlighting key economic indicators under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, he shared inflation has been reduced from thirty-eight percent to four percent and Pakistan’s

Karachi Arts Council and Government of Sindh launch World Culture Festival

Pakistan-China fashion show lights up the Great Wall

President Asif Ali Zardari Visits CPC First National Congress Memorial in Shanghai

Why Pakistan Needs a Cultural Foreign Policy

Moosa Harraj elected Oxford Union president

Pakistan, China vow to continue working on shared objectives

President Zardari leaves for Lisbon to condole Prince Aga Khan’s death

Sindh Tourism Minister Inaugurates Ethiopian Embassy Pavilion at Pakistan Travel Mart

‘Uraan Pakistan’ initiative ensures inclusive progress, says Ahsan Iqbal

Dar Departs for Istanbul to Attend First-Ever R-4+E-3 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting

Deputy Commissioners in KP Given Power to Detain Without Charge

Four Police Killed in Karak, Including a CTD Superintendent