Tehran: The Embassy of Pakistan in Tehran unveiled a cultural exhibition titled “Pakistan Through Ages” at the ECO Cultural Institute, underscoring Pakistan’s historical and cultural heritage and its enduring ties with neighboring civilizations. The event attracted a diverse audience, reflecting the wide interest in cultural exchanges.

According to Press Information Department, Mr. Hassan, President of the ECO Cultural Institute, emphasized the role of culture in bridging nations, highlighting shared origins and interconnected evolution of civilizations. Pakistan’s Ambassador to Iran, Imran Ahmed Siddiqui, traced the rich history of human connections and civilization development in the region, starting from Mehrgarh, Baluchistan. He emphasized that civilizations evolve through interaction and exchange, not in isolation.

Ambassador Siddiqui also discussed the evolution of languages and cultural expressions as links fostering mutual understanding. The event featured remarks from Anoushiravan Mohseni-Bandpe, Iran’s Deputy Minister of Tourism, who lauded the efforts of the Pakistani Embassy and ECI. He stressed the importance of cultural initiatives to introduce Pakistan’s history and heritage to the Iranian public, noting the longstanding commonalities between the two countries.

The exhibition, inaugurated by the Deputy Minister and Ambassador, showcased artifacts from various civilizations of present-day Pakistan, offering insights into the region’s historical legacy. The event highlighted cultural diplomacy’s role in strengthening Pakistan-Iran relations and the importance of continued dialogue and people-to-people contacts to deepen mutual understanding.