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Pak Qawwals captivated French audience with their mystical performance

Paris 28^th March, 2017. Pakistani Qawwals Ayaz Farid and Abu Mohammad captivated the French audience with their performance in a Qawwali concert organized by the Embassy of Pakistan to France as part of its Public Diplomacy Initiative ‘celebrating Pakistan’ and as well as to mark seventy years of the Independence of Pakistan.

The Qawwali concert held in Paris last night was attended by high ranking French government officials, member of French civil society, diplomats, members of international organizations, notables of Pakistani community and media persons in large number.

Ayaz Farid and Abu Mohammad who come from an illustrious family of sufi musicians presented a soulful renditions of sufi music and won memorable appreciation form a distinguished parisien gathering.

Speaking at the event, Ambassador of Pakistan to France Moin ul Haque said that the holding of a Sufi Music event in Paris, the cultural hub of Europe, aimed to introduce Pakistan’s rich and authentic musical traditions to France and to spread the message of peace and harmony.

The Ambassador added that under ‘Celebrating Pakistan’ initiative, the Embassy has plans to organize a number of events throughout the year in France to show case Pakistan’s beautiful landscapes, culture heritage, art and crafts and the achievements of the Pakistan’s in the fields of education, business, sports, film-making and fashion.

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Pakistan Embassy to France hosted a Grand Reception to March Pakistan Day

Paris 24^th March, 2017. Embassy of Pakistan to France hosted a grand reception in Paris on 23^rd March to mark the Pakistan Day.

Mr. Francois Pupponi, the French Parliamentarian and President of France-Pakistan Friendship Group in the French National Assembly, Mr. Xavier Lemoine Mayor of Montfermeil city, high level French dignitaries, members of the Diplomatic Corps, intellectuals, researchers, scholars, prominent Pakistani expatriates and members of French and Pakistani media attended the reception in large number.

During the ceremony, guests from all walks of life interacted with each other and congratulated officers and staff of the Pakistan embassy on their National Day.

Live Pakistani national songs alongwith impactful documentaries on Pakistan played during the reception were greatly appreciated by the participants.

A special corner adorned with traditional Pakistan handicrafts was also a source of attraction for the guests.

The guests were treated with traditional and signature Pakistani dishes.

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23rd March, 2017: A Flag Hoisting ceremony was held at the Embassy of Pakistan in France, Paris today to Commemorate Pakistan day.
The ceremony was attended amongst others by the Pakistani community, officers of the missions and their families and media persons in large number.
Addressing the ceremony, the Ambassador of Pakistan to France Moin ul Haque paid rich tributes to Father of the Nation and other national leaders of the Pakistan Movement, who with their untiring efforts and immense sacrifices finally carved a separate homeland for the Muslims of India on 14th August, 1947. This year we are also celebrating 70 years of our independence he added.

The Ambassador said that today Pakistan stands amongst the community of nations as an important country with strong democratic institutions, a fast growing economy, independent judiciary, and free media.

He also briefed the participants about the steps taken by the government to address the issues of terrorism and extremism, eliminate power shortages, upgrade the road and railway network and education and health infrastructure ushering a new era of development and prosperity.

The Ambassador thanked the Pakistani community in France for their constructive role in projecting Pakistan’s positive image in France. He said that while our forefathers gave sacrifices to attain a homeland for us, it is our collective responsibility to make Pakistan a strong, peace loving and prosperous country for our future generations.

The massages of the President and Prime Minister of Pakistan issued on the occasion were also read.

Later in the evening, the Ambassador hosted a diplomatic reception to mark the Pakistan Day. French members of the parliament, high ranking civil and military officials, intellectuals, scholars and foreign diplomats in France attended the reception in large number.
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French President inaugurate Martin Dow of Pakistan’s Pharma Plant in France

16^th March, 2017. President of France Francois Hollande inaugurated the pharmaceutical facility of the leading Pakistani pharmaceutical company Martin Dow in the town of Meymac, Corrèze, located in the South West of France, today.

The inauguration ceremony was also attended by the Ambassador of Pakistan to France Moin ul Haque, Mr. Phillippe Brugere, Mayor of Meymac, Mr. Pascal Coste, President of the County Council and Madam Nathalie Delcourserc Julliard Vice President of the Regionls Council, French government officials and notables of the area.

President Hollande said that this investment is a symbol of Pakistan-France friendship which will further grow in years to come. He said that acquisition of former American Bristol-Myers Squibb’s pharmaceutical plant by a Pakistani pharmaceutical company was a positive step in consolidating investment ties between France and Pakistan and as well for creating new job opportunities in the region.

President Hollande visited various part of the factory and was given a detail briefing by Mr. Jawed Akhai, Chairman.

Later speaking to media, the Ambassador of Pakistan to France Moin ul Haque welcoming the investment by Martin Dow said that it was a reflection of the growing strength and confidence of Pakistan’s private sector to successfully expand its outreach in the developed world. This would also have a salutary effect in attracting French investment to Pakistan.

The said plant was setup by the Américan Company Bristol-Myers Squibb (AMS) in 1990.  It was later taken over by the Algerian Company Salem Labs in 2010. After the closure of operations by Salem Labs in 2015, it was acquired by the Pakistan group Martin Dow.

Founded in 1995, Martin Dow is one of the largest Pakistani owned pharmaceutical companies in Pakistan.

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A 20-member French educational delegation visits Pakistan

14^th March, 2017:  A 20-member delegation comprising representatives of French universities and research institutes is undertaking an official visit to Pakistan today to further strengthen the exiting bilateral ties between the two countries in the field of higher education.

During its weeklong visit to Pakistan, the French delegation comprising of representatives of reputable universities, business and engineering schools, public institutions and research institutes will hold meetings with its Pakistani counterparts to build and further expand linkages between the educational institutes of both the countries. The delegation will also meet representatives of Pakistan-France Alumni Network (PFAN).

During the visit, the delegation is scheduled to attend a seminar titled “France Day in Pakistan” at the Higher Education Commission, Islamabad. The Seminar would provide an opportunity to the French delegation to interact with their Pakistani counterparts and as well as showcase French higher education system to the Pakistani students.

A similar delegation of Higher Education Commission of Pakistan and representatives of Pakistani universities visited France in June, 2016 to celebrate “Pakistan Day” at Campus France in Paris. During the said visit, a Memorandum of Understanding between HEC and Campus France was also signed to facilitate linkages and cooperation between the educational institutes of both countries.

Over 600 Pakistan students are presently studying in various disciplines in French institutes of higher learning.

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Pakistani women are playing constructive role for development and prosperity of the country.

Paris, 8^th March, 2017:  In Pakistan, women are playing an important and constructive role for the development and prosperity of the country.

This was stated by the Ambassador of Pakistan to France Mr. Moin ul Haque during inauguration ceremony of a photographic exhibition of Pakistani artists Mr. Imran Y Choudhry and Mr. Bilal Javaid, held in Town Hall of Paris, today.

The exhibition titled “Glimpses of Women’s Life”, held to commemorate International Day of Women was also witnessed by Ms. Josaine Gaude, Deputy Mayor of Paris 7.

While taking on the occasion, the Ambassador said that women of Pakistan have accomplished great successes in the fields of business, science & technology, education, health, film-making and politics. They have held high positions in government and also in various international organizations.

He further noted that government has taken a number legislative and administrative reforms for socio-economic uplift and safeguarding the rights of women.

The Ambassador also appreciated Pakistani artists for their efforts to commemorate International Women Day in a befitting manner. Large number of visitors who witnessed the exhibition appreciated the work of the artists.

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Pakistan, France to Deepen Bilateral Relations by Parliamentary Exchanges

Paris 1^st March, 2017:    Chairman Senate Mian Raza Rabbani has called for further strengthening of the bilateral relations between France and Pakistan through parliamentary exchanges and by boosting cooperation in diversified fields.

This was stated by the Chairman Senate during his meeting with French Senator Mr. Pascal Allizard, President, Pakistan-France Friendship Group in the Senate of France and Ms. Francoise Cartron, Vice President of Senate, who called on him at the Embassy of Pakistan in Paris, today. Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed, Senator Mohammad Mohsin Raza, Secretary Senate Mr. Amjad Pervez Malik and Ambassador of Pakistan Moin ul Haque were also present during the meeting.

While emphasizing the importance of regular interaction between the parliamentarians of the two countries for building a better understanding he also underlined the need to further strengthen existing level of bilateral cooperation especially in the areas of trade, investment and security.

Senators Allizard and senator Cartron, who were part of the French Senate delegation which visited Pakistan in April last year, expressed solidarity with Pakistan in the wake of recent terrorist attacks in Pakistan and offered condolences to the aggrieved families.

The two sides also discussed ways and means to enhance mutual cooperation between the Senates of Pakistan and France.

The meeting was held during a stopover in Pairs by the parliamentary delegation led by Chairman Senate on return from their official visit to Cuba.

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