Islamabad (TDI): The High Commissioner of Brunei Darussalam to Pakistan, Kamal Ahmad, hosted a festive Eid-ul-Fitr reception at the newly inaugurated Brunei High Commission in Islamabad, on April 9, 2025.
The event brought together the Ambassadors and diplomatic staff of ASEAN countries in Islamabad, including Ambassadors of Vietnam, Myanmar, Ambassadors-designate of Thailand and the Philippines, Charge d’Affaires of Indonesia and Malaysia, and the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps in Pakistan; in a display of regional unity and a desire to collaborate.
Important dignitaries and media persons of Pakistan were also invited at the reception. The hosts and envoys of some other countries showed up in traditional festive attires, as Eid celebrations across the Muslims world feature new and festive clothes.
High Commissioner Kamal Ahmad extended warm Eid greetings, emphasizing the spirit of unity and solidarity among ASEAN nations and Pakistan. He highlighted the importance of such gatherings in fostering stronger diplomatic and people-to-people connections.
The reception provided the guests with a traditional Bruneian hospitality experience, with cultural delicacies served and the air filled with cordial discussions on enhancing multilateral cooperation.
The presence of senior ASEAN envoys underscored the significance of Pakistan-ASEAN relations and shared values of peace and prosperity.
The event concluded on a harmonious note, with diplomats expressing mutual appreciation for Brunei’s initiative in strengthening regional diplomatic bonds.
Nuzhat Rana is the Managing Editor (website) at The Diplomatic Insight.
