Cultural performances captivate audience at PNCA

Islamabad: The Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, in collaboration with the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad, organized a Spring Festival celebration at the Pakistan National Council of Arts (PNCA). The event aimed to honour the enduring friendship between Pakistan and China.

The occasion was attended by notable figures, including Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal and Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong, alongside Minister for Maritime Affairs Qaisar Ahmed Shaikh, who participated in the inauguration ceremony.

Cultural performances from both nations captivated the audience, showcasing the vibrant traditions of Pakistan and China. The festival, also referred to as the Year of the Wood Snake, emphasised the themes of unity and shared prosperity.

Meanwhile, the Pakistan National Council of the Arts has announce a theatre workshop from 28 to 30 January 2025 at its Lecture Hall, F-5/1. It said the workshop to be conducted by its programme organiser Muhammad Waqar Azeem aimed to provide institutional support to theatre enthusiasts and empower the creative community in Pakistan.