Member British Parliament (MP) Afzal Khan called on Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Jamal Shah here on Friday to discuss issues of mutual interest, particularly cultural relations between Pakistan and United Kingdom. Federal Secretary National Heritage and Culture Humaira Ahmed and Adviser & Culture expert Muhammad Kashif Irshad were also present in the meeting. During their exchange, the minister highlighted the potential for collaboration in various artistic fields to further strengthen the robust people-to-people bonds between Pakistan and United Kingdom. He said that Art and Culture are the real face and introduction to any nation, adding that great nations always honour, value, preserve, promote and strengthen their art and culture. The minister apprised the visiting British MP of initiatives being taken, including establishing Islamabad Museum's own building and National Heritage Channel for promotion of regional folk literature and national heritage. The Minister said the second phase of CPEC Cultural Caravan would be organized and all the central Asian states would be specially invited to be part of it. British MP Afzal Khan agreed to pursue the cause to enhance cooperation in cultural exchanges and continue work on strengthening cultural ties. He praised Pakistan's archeological sites, saying that civilizations are like rivers which are inter-connected.
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