Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi, in collaboration with the Honorary Consulate General of Mongolia, orchestrated a captivating cultural event titled “Cultural Extravaganza – Echoes of the Ancients” at Auditorium I. The event showcased mesmerizing performances deeply rooted in Mongolia’s ancient cultural and traditional music, drawing a significant turnout of enthusiasts.
Among the distinguished guests were President of the Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi, Muhammad Ahmed Shah, Munkhtushig, Consul Minister of Mongolia, and Nadeem Khalid, Honorary Consul General of Karachi, Mongolia, along with other esteemed admirers including MirzaIkhtiarBaig, IshtiaqBaig, and SheemaKermani. Before the commencement of the program, President Muhammad Ahmed Shah extended a warm welcome to the Mongolian consulate representatives, expressing his delight at hosting Mongolian artists in Pakistan for the first time.
He emphasized the significance of such cultural exchanges in strengthening the bonds between Pakistan and Mongolia, while also mentioning plans for an International Theatre Festival in September and October, urging collaboration with Mongolian theatre groups. Munkhtushig highlighted the longstanding ties between Pakistan and Mongolia since 1962, describing Mongolia as a land rich in Asian and Chinese art, culture, and picturesque landscapes.
He expressed gratitude to President Ahmed Shah for promoting Mongolian culture in Pakistan and underlined the importance of cultural performances in fostering mutual understanding between the two countries. As a gesture of appreciation and cultural exchange, President Ahmed Shah presented a bouquet to Munkhtushig, Consul Minister of Mongolia.