An International Photography Culture
Exhibition called “Power of the Image” was held in Datong, Shanxi Province in
China on 23 September 2017. The event was organized by the Government of
Datong, China Public Relations Association and China Art Photography Society,
says a press release received here today from Beijing.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Ambassador
Masood Khalid highlighted the special place of Datong in the context of Silk
Route and cross cultural linkage between Pakistan and China. He mentioned that
in the fifth century, Ambassador Gu Wei Long from the Northern Wei Dynasty had
travelled from Datong to Hunza in Pakistan, triggering a fusion of
cross-cultural exchanges. Citing the example of harmonious friendship between
Pakistan and China, the Ambassador said that this friendship stands as a
perfect example for the world, where people belonging to different culture,
language and religion not only established brotherly relations but also made it
an “All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership”. He said that both sides are
working to enhance interaction between the business and student community.
Ambassador Masood Khalid welcomed the proposal to promote tourism and cultural
interaction between Pakistan and China, so as to highlight rich cultural
heritage of Pakistan specially the links which exist between the two countries
from the time of Gandhara civilization.
The Party Secretary of Datong Mr. Zhang Jifu
spoke highly of Pakistan-China friendship and said that both sides have
embarked on a new journey of friendship and cooperation under the One Belt One
Road Initiative. He expressed keen interest in strengthening ties between
Datong and Pakistan in cultural field.
Consul General of Pakistan in Hong Kong, Mr.
Abdul Qadir Memon participated in the photographic exhibition displaying his
photographs on the landscape and culture of Pakistan. The photographs received
wide appreciation and interest from the audience in the cultural diversity of
Pakistan. Mr. Memon was given the “Beautiful Lens Award” for his quality
contribution.
