Islamabad:Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Aurangzeb Khan Khichi on Friday stressed the significance of promoting the country’s culture among overseas Pakistanis, especially youth living in the United Kingdom, through structured cultural initiatives and exchange programmes.
"Our ministry is actively considering sending cultural delegations to Europe, including UK, to reconnect overseas Pakistanis with their cultural roots," he said during a meeting with Scottish-based British-Pakistani politician, chairperson of the Alba Party and former Member of the UK Parliament Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh here.
The meeting focused on enhancing Pakistan-UK cultural cooperation, strengthening engagement with the Pakistani diaspora and exploring the use of modern technologies, including artificial intelligence, for the preservation and promotion of cultural heritage.
Minister Khichi appreciated Sheikh’s commitment and positive vision for Pakistan and its people. He also said women had been assigned key leadership roles at the ministry, so they're contributing significantly to cultural promotion and heritage preservation.
Sheikh stressed the need for practical steps to connect British-Pakistani youth with Pakistan’s cultural and historical identity. She noted that art and cultural activities can play a vital role in helping younger generations rediscover their roots.
Sheikh underscored the growing importance of artificial intelligence and suggested exploring its potential use in preserving and promoting Pakistan’s cultural heritage. She also said that there was significant potential for Pakistan and the United Kingdom to collaborate not only in education but also in cultural exchange, particularly given the large Pakistani community residing in Britain.
Sheikh described Pakistan’s culture as globally significant and expressed her personal emotional attachment to Pakistan due to her family roots, expressing her desire to contribute positively to the country. Parliamentary Secretary Farah Naz Akbar, who was also present on the occasion, said Pakistan is undertaking extensive initiatives to promote culture and heritage under the leadership of the federal minister.
