Tarar underscores pivotal role of cultural diversity

Federal Minister for Information of Pakistan, Attaullah Tarar, recently underscored the pivotal role of cultural diversity in fostering peace within Pakistan and enhancing its global image. Acknowledging challenges in perceptions of Pakistan internationally, Tarar emphasised the need for a unified effort to present the country’s positive side. He shared that the government is investing in reviving traditional arts, such as the “Surya” solar calendar system in Gilgit-Baltistan, while strengthening ties with cultural organisations such as the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). The minister expressed his gratitude to AKDN, which has done wonderful work for the indigenous people in all these areas. He noted that wherever he had traveled the world over, he had seen immense respect for Pakistan. He said the emphasis needed to be on portraying and amplifying this message in the polarised environment.