Minsk, 14 February 2024 (TDI): Ambassador Sajjad Haider Khan held an interaction with the faculty and students of the Belarus State Economic University on 13 February 2024. The two and half hour long event was attended by over 120 students and ten faculty members.
The theme of the discourse “Challenges to Peace & Security and Economic Development in South Asia”, also included an introduction to Pakistan & its Foreign Policy as well as Pakistan-Belarus relations.
“It was truly an honor and a pleasure to interact with the students of Belarus State Economic University, engaging in meaningful dialogue regarding the challenges to peace and security in South Asia, economic development, and the relationship between Pakistan and Belarus,” said Ambassador Sajjad.
Moreover, the genesis of Kashmir Dispute & the ongoing human rights violations in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir was particularly highlighted. A short documentary on Pakistan was also shown to the students. The students were also served with a few Pakistani delicacies.
Prior to the lecture, The Ambassador also held a meeting with the First Vice-Rector of the University, and discussed possibilities of forging institutional collaborations with the Pakistani institutions. The two sides also agreed to hold similar interactions in the future as well.
Previously, On February 2, 2024, the Embassy hosted a visit from 32 students of Minsk Linguohumanitarian College for an engaging session with Ambassador Sajjad Haider Khan.
During the event, the Ambassador delivered an extensive presentation focusing on Pakistan and its foreign policy, with particular emphasis on the Kashmir Dispute.
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Additionally, a video documentary showcasing Pakistan was screened for the attendees. The session concluded with a question-and-answer segment, allowing the students to gain a comprehensive insight into the country’s rich history, diverse culture, and lively traditions.
The event served as a useful platform for fostering cross-cultural understanding and building connections between the youth of Belarus with Pakistan.