‘Delegates explore avenues for cultural exchange’
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Caretaker Federal Minister for Culture and National Heritage Syed Jamal Shah Saturday welcomed a delegation from China's entertainment industry and vowed to foster bilateral cultural collaboration.
The delegation led by CFIC Director Zhang Yang comprised key figures from the entertainment industry.
The purpose of the meeting was to explore avenues of cultural exchanges, focusing on pan-cultural exports, visiting performances, cultural products, circulation of new artworks, art exhibitions, cultural exhibitions, galleries, music, festivals, and more.
Both parties stressed the pivotal role of enhancing cultural connections between Pakistan and China. During the discussions, Jamal Shah highlighted the robust bond between the two nations and unveiled plans for the second China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) cultural caravan.
This initiative aimed to bolster economic ties and strengthen cultural bonds not only between Pakistan and China but also with the Central Asian States. The minister underscored the importance of cultural bridges alongside economic endeavours under CPEC. He specifically mentioned the groundbreaking film "Ba'Tie Girl," a significant co-production between Pakistani and Chinese filmmakers, symbolising the enduring friendship between the peoples of China and Pakistan.
In a separate meeting, Minister Jamal Shah expressed his pleasure at the collaboration between the two nations in the creation of "Ba’Tie Girl," a film released in Pakistan in 2023. The movie, a milestone in cultural cooperation, signifies the vibrant cultural exchange between the countries.
Minister Jamal Shah showcased Pakistan's rich artistic heritage, inviting Chinese companies to contribute to the growth of both nations' film industries. Expressing interest in establishing cinema houses in Pakistan, he highlighted the nation's 157 cinema houses and its aspiration to expand the cinema industry.
Zhang Yang, Chairman of Chang Jiang group, emphasised the plethora of collaboration opportunities in the entertainment industry.
Published in The Express Tribune, December 31st, 2023