ISLAMABAD: Pakistani embassy in Hungary on Tuesday organised the first-ever art exhibition of Pakistani artists in Budapest.

The exhibition titled “ChaharBagh”, which means four gardens of paradise, showcased artwork of eight Pakistani Artists.

According to a press statement issued here the opening ceremony was held on September 4, and the exhibition would continue till September 8, at Yunus Emre Institute, Budapest.

The event was organized in cooperation with the Embassy of Turkiye in Hungary and Yunus Emre Institute.

The opening ceremony was attended by a large number of participants including Hungarian dignitaries, members of the diplomatic corps, art enthusiasts, students, and media persons.

The ambassadors of Pakistan and Turkiye along with the chief guest Peter Jakob, Additional Secretary Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary inaugurated the exhibition.

In his welcome address, Ambassador Asif Hussain Memon highlighted the theme of exhibition and the rich art tapestry of Pakistan.

He also underscored the importance of organising such art and cultural events regularly to foster cultural exchanges between Pakistan and Hungary.

The ambassador also thanked the Turkish ambassador for the support.

The ambassador of Turkiye to Hungary highlighted the historic bond between Turkiye and Pakistan and expressed support for joint collaborations.

Additional Secretary for Asia Pacific department, Peter Jakab, highlighted growing bilateral relations between Hungary and Pakistan in diverse areas including arts and culture and welcomed the Pakistan Embassy’s efforts in this regard.

Sundas Azfar, who was the curator of the exhibition, in her recorded video message, highlighted the theme of the exhibition.

The participants appreciated the efforts of Pakistan Embassy in organising the exhibition and providing the opportunity to exhibit the rich art culture of Pakistan at the heart of Hungary for the first time.

The guests were treated with traditional Pakistani cuisine and refreshments. The Pakistani embassy in Budapest said that it took pride in hosting this art exhibition, which showcased the works of talented artists and providing a platform for cross-cultural exchange.

The Embassy aimed to strengthen the bond between Pakistan and Hungary, fostering mutual understanding and appreciation in art and culture.

Published in Dawn, September 6th, 2023