KP Adviser on Industries and Commerce Visits China Window Peshawar, Tours Galleries and Appreciates Cultural Initiatives
PESHAWAR: October 19, 2026, (Shoaib Jamil): Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Adviser on Industries and Commerce, Dr Muhammad Irshad, has described China Window Peshawar as a state-of-the-art cultural centre that beautifully reflects the enduring friendship between Pakistan and China. He said such institutions play a vital role in promoting mutual understanding of the two nations’ cultures, traditions and heritage while further strengthening people-to-people ties.
During his visit to China Window, Dr Muhammad Irshad toured various galleries and expressed keen interest in the exhibits highlighting China’s history, rich cultural heritage, remarkable development and longstanding relations with Pakistan. China Window Administrator Amjad Aziz Malik briefed the visiting adviser on the centre’s activities, including its free Chinese language courses, cultural events, educational programmes and initiatives aimed at promoting Pakistan–China friendship.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Muhammad Irshad said that the friendship between Pakistan and China is founded on mutual trust, respect and cooperation. He emphasized that further strengthening this historic relationship requires greater interaction between the peoples of both countries, particularly the younger generation, to enhance their understanding of each other’s languages, cultures and ways of life. He observed that cultural centres and people-to-people exchanges provide an effective platform for achieving these objectives and bringing the two nations closer together.
The adviser noted that Pakistani and Chinese societies share several important cultural values, including strong family bonds, hospitality, respect for elders and the tradition of sharing happiness and celebrations with others. Highlighting these common values, he said, would contribute significantly to greater cultural understanding and closer relations between the two nations. Dr Muhammad Irshad appreciated the impressive arrangement of China Window’s galleries, the informative presentation of exhibits and the centre’s welcoming environment. He termed the establishment of such a high-quality cultural institution in Peshawar a commendable initiative.
He also praised Amjad Aziz Malik and his team for their dedicated efforts in promoting Pakistan–China friendship and providing the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with opportunities to learn about China’s history, culture and development. On the occasion, Amjad Aziz Malik said that China Window was established with the vision of strengthening Pakistan–China friendship through cultural diplomacy, educational cooperation and people-to-people exchanges.
He reaffirmed the centre’s commitment to providing young people with opportunities to learn the Chinese language and gain a deeper understanding of China’s culture, development and achievements. He added that China Window would continue expanding its cultural and educational initiatives to further strengthen the bonds of friendship and mutual understanding between Pakistan and China.
