Report: Hurish Shah FT :
ISLAMABAD — The Embassy of the Republic of Tajikistan in Pakistan hosted a gathering to commemorate the life and literary legacy of renowned philosopher and poet Allama Muhammad Iqbal, bringing together diplomats and prominent cultural figures from the region.
The meeting was attended by the Ambassadors of Iran and Uzbekistan, H.E. Mr. Reza Amiri Moghadam and H.E. Mr. Alisher Tukhtaev, respectively, along with renowned classical and ghazal singer Ustad Ghulam Ali, recipient of Pakistan’s prestigious civil awards, the Pride of Performance (1979) and Sitara-i-Imtiaz (2013).
Participants exchanged views on the influence of Persian literature on Allama Iqbal’s poetry and philosophy, the historical and cultural bonds among the peoples of the region, and the role of their shared literary and spiritual heritage in promoting friendship among nations.
The possibility of holding a joint cultural event in Islamabad in 2027 to celebrate the international festival of Nowruz was also discussed.
The participants underscored the importance of cultural initiatives in strengthening regional ties, promoting mutual understanding and deepening friendship among nations with shared linguistic and cultural traditions.
