Cultural Evening in Honour of High-Achieving Pakistani Students in Türkiye
The Embassy of Pakistan in Ankara hosted a cultural evening in honour of a high-achieving student delegation from Pakistan, currently visiting Türkiye under the Prime Minister’s initiative to reward academic excellence and promote educational and cultural exchange between the two brotherly nations. The event was attended by Ambassador of Pakistan to Türkiye, Dr. Yousaf Junaid, and Director General Eyyup Tanyildiz of the Turkish Ministry of National Education, along with senior officials and guests. Students of the Pakistan Embassy International Study Group (PEISG) presented lively cultural performances showcasing the shared traditions of Pakistan and Türkiye. In his remarks, Ambassador Dr. Yousaf Junaid emphasized Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s commitment to investing in youth and strengthening bilateral cooperation in education and culture. He urged the students to serve as young ambassadors of Pakistan and benefit from Türkiye’s educational and cultural experiences. DG Eyyup Tanyildiz welcomed the students and reaffirmed Türkiye’s commitment to deepening cooperation through student and teacher exchanges, joint research, and academic collaboration. The first batch of 70 students, out of a total of 149 high achievers, is currently in Türkiye. Earlier, the delegation visited historic landmarks and universities in Istanbul, gaining valuable cultural and academic exposure.