Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan are close to each other historically, culturally and geographically, but they are still far in terms of air, railways and road links. This was stated by Kyrgyz Republic’s Ambassador to Pakistan HE Alik Orozov while addressing a gathering of the faculty members and students of National University of Modern Languages (NUML) on the ‘Day of Culture of Kyrgyz Republic in Pakistan’ observed here on Thursday. The function was organized by NUML in connection with the 20th anniversary of Kyrgyz Republic.
Speaking on the occasion, Ambassador Orozov told the students and participants of the programme that Kyrgyz people considered themselves very close to their Pakistani brethren.
“Moreover, we are very close neighbours and close to each other as we share common historical, cultural, social and ethical roots and values,” the ambassador said. While talking to the evolution of Kyrgyz nation and its links with the subcontinent, he said Sultan Babook who visited India and declared it a second home was their ancestor. Moreover, he said, the people of Kyrgyzstan showed their affection towards their Pakistani brothers by naming their daughters after former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto.
He said: “With the help of such functions and performances of our artists, we want to bring the peoples of both the countries closer to each other.” He expressed his gratitude to the administration of NUML for arranging such a programme to celebrate the 20th Independence Day of Kyrgystan and hoped the university would keep arranging such events to enhance bilateral ties and understanding between the two countries.
Later, a documentary, depicting Kyrgyz culture and the Kyrgyz nation’s march towards development and modernization, was shown.
The Kyrgyz artistes who were dressed in beautiful and cultural attires enthralled the audience with their heart-rending Kyrgyz music and tunes. They played various folk, cultural and national tunes, followed by a Pakistani national song “Jeevay, Jeevay, Jeevay Pakistan” by a Kyrgyz artiste Gull Nara.
Speaking on the occasion, NUML Director General Brig Azam Jamal said that it was a unique occasion to know more about Kyrgyzstan through a very informative documentary and the musical performances of the Kyrgyz artists.
