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This Canadian, girl is exploring, Pakistan on a bike, and we want a ride,
Pakistan is in every way a travelers paradise. With its breathtaking valleys and mountains, historical places, diverse culture, and raw beauty, it has so much to offer. This raw magnetism is bringing so many people to the country and one of them is Rosie Gabrielle - a young girl from Canada who is exploring Pakistan on a bike.
Why does she travel on a bike? She shared the response on her Instagram post. According to her:
She isn't just exploring places but is also interested in the diversity of culture. According to her, "I am intrigued and excited by new cultures, ways of life, faces and stories."
For Rosie traveling isn't just an adventure, it's so much more. She wrote on her Instagram:
"I’m a person who is adaptable in all situations. I love adventure, I love chaotic city streets, endless scenic mountain scapes, being around lots of new people, or embracing the quiet of being alone. Soaking in the very essence of life and all it has to offer."
What she loves most about Pakistan? The famous hospitality:
Seeing Rosie's post and her passion to travel, all we want to do is leave our job, get a bike and travel with her.
German, Ambassador, Martin Kobler, says is in love with Pakistan,
ISLAMABAD: Germany Ambassador to Pakistan Martin Kobler has said that he is deeply impressed with and is in love with Pakistan due to the warm hospitality he always received from the Pakistani people and the heritage-rich beautiful landscape of the country.
He made these remarks during his visit to Air University, Islamabad.
The German envoy was warmly welcomed by the Vice Chancellor, Deans, Directors, HoDs, faculty members and a large number of students.
The ambassador, during his visit, admired the state-of-the-art building and an overall aura of modernity by labeling it as a “modern”, “friendly” and “green” University which is right way headed into the future. Advising the students intending to apply for Masters and PhD admissions in German Universities and subsequently for a German visa, he said that they should apply for admissions and then for visa as early as possible.
While answering a question, the ambassador regretted that Pakistan’s present input to research and education was not adequate enough which was evident from the fact that a nation armed with nuclear weapons was surprisingly not even able to produce export quality bicycles and relied heavily on imports from other countries for even such minor commodities. The reason for such deficiency, according to him, was definitely not a lack of potential, but a lack of serious and focused approach.
He assured that Germany was ready to support and cooperate in various areas of development in order to empower Pakistani youth and make Pakistan leap forward in the 21st century.
The German ambassador, during a lively question and answer session, showed a strong desire to further strengthen bilateral relations by enhancing cooperation especially in the areas of youth development & education, climate change & energy, and modern economy. On the occasion, Ms. Inge Iqbal, Director German Academic Exchange (DAAD) in Pakistan also explained different opportunities available for academic and research collaboration between Pakistan and German universities.
Relations, between, India, and ,Pakistan
Relations between India and Pakistan have been complex and largely hostile due to a number of historical and political events. Relations between the two states have been defined by the violent partition of British India in 1947 which started the Kashmir conflict, and the numerous military conflicts fought between the two nations. Consequently, their relationship has been plagued by hostility and suspicion. Northern India and Pakistan somewhat overlap in areas of certain demographics and shared lingua francas (mainly Punjabi, Sindhi and Hindustani).
After the dissolution of the British Raj in 1947, two new sovereign nations were formed—the Dominion of India and the Dominion of Pakistan. The subsequent partition of the former British India displaced up to 12.5 million people, with estimates of loss of life varying from several hundred thousand to 1 million.[1] India emerged as a secular nation with a Hindu majority population and a large Muslim minority, while Pakistan with a Muslim majority population and a large Hindu minority later became an Islamic Republic[2] although its constitution guaranteed freedom of religion to people of all faiths.[3] It later lost most of its Hindu minority due to migration and after East Pakistan was separated in the Bangladesh Liberation War.
Soon after their independence, India and Pakistan established diplomatic relations but the violent partition and numerous territorial claims would overshadow their relationship. Since their Independence, the two countries have fought three major wars, one undeclared war and have been involved in numerous armed skirmishes and military standoffs. The Kashmir conflict is the main centre-point of all of these conflicts with the exception of the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971 and Bangladesh Liberation War, which resulted in the secession of East Pakistan (now Bangladesh).
There have been numerous attempts to improve the relationship—notably, the Shimla summit, the Agra summit and the Lahore summit. Since the early 1980s, relations between the two nations soured particularly after the Siachen conflict, the intensification of Kashmir insurgency in 1989, Indian and Pakistani nuclear tests in 1998 and the 1999 Kargil war. Certain confidence-building measures — such as the 2003 ceasefire agreement and the Delhi–Lahore Bus service – were successful in de-escalating tensions. However, these efforts have been impeded by periodic terrorist attacks. The 2001 Indian Parliament attack almost brought the two nations to the brink of a nuclear war. The 2007 Samjhauta Express bombings, which killed 68 civilians (most of whom were Pakistani), was also a crucial point in relations. Additionally, the 2008 Mumbai attacks carried out by Pakistani militants[4] resulted in a severe blow to the ongoing India-Pakistan peace talks.
After a brief thaw following the election of new governments in both nations, bilateral discussions again stalled after the 2016 Pathankot attack.[5] In September 2016, a terrorist attack on an Indian military base in Indian-administered Kashmir, the deadliest such attack in years, killed 19 Indian Army soldiers. India's claim that the attack had been orchestrated by a Pakistan-supported jihadist group was denied by Pakistan, which claimed the attack had been a local reaction to unrest in the region due to excessive force by Indian security personnel. The attack sparked a military confrontation across the Line of Control, with an escalation in ceasefire violations and further militant attacks on Indian security forces. Since 2016, the ongoing confrontation, continued terrorist attacks and an increase in nationalist rhetoric on both sides has resulted in the collapse of bilateral relations, with little expectation they will recover.[6][7] Notably, following the 2019 Pulwama attack, the Indian government revoked Pakistan's most favoured nation trade status, which it had granted to Pakistan in 1996.[8] India also increased the custom duty to 200% which majorly affected the trade of Pakistani apparel and cement.[citation needed]
Since the election of new governments in both India and Pakistan in the early 2010s, some attempts have been made to improve relations, in particular developing a consensus on the agreement of Non-Discriminatory Market Access on Reciprocal Basis (NDMARB) status for each other, which will liberalize trade.[9] Both India and Pakistan are members of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation and its South Asian Free Trade Area. Pakistan used to host a pavilion at the annual India International Trade Fair which drew huge crowds.[10] Deteriorating relations between the two nations resulted in boycott of Pakistani traders at the trade fair.
In November 2015, the new Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi and Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif agreed to the resumption of bilateral talks; the following month, Prime Minister Modi made a brief, unscheduled visit to Pakistan while en route to India, becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Pakistan since 2004.[11] Despite those efforts, relations between the countries have remained frigid, following repeated acts of cross-border terrorism. According to a 2017 BBC World Service poll, only 5% of Indians view Pakistan's influence positively, with 85% expressing a negative view, while 11% of Pakistanis view India's influence positively, with 62% expressing a negative view.[12]
In August 2019, following the approval of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill in the Indian Parliament, which revoked the special status of Jammu and Kashmir,[13][14] further tension was brought between the two countries, with Pakistan downgrading their diplomatic ties, closing its airspace and suspending bilateral trade with India.[15]
Independence Day, (Pakistan),14 August
Independence Day
observed annually on 14 August, is a national holiday in Pakistan. It commemorates the day when Pakistan achieved independence and was declared a sovereign state following the end of the British Raj in 1947. Pakistan came into existence as a result of the Pakistan Movement, which aimed for the creation of an independent Muslim state in the north-western regions of South Asia via Partition. The movement was led by the All-India Muslim League under the leadership of Muhammad Ali Jinnah. The event was brought forth by the Indian Independence Act 1947 under which the British Raj gave independence to the Dominion of Pakistan which comprised West Pakistan (present-day Pakistan) and East Pakistan (now Bangladesh). In the Islamic calendar, the day of independence coincided with Ramadan 27, the eve of which, being Laylat al-Qadr, is regarded as sacred by Muslims.
The main Independence Day ceremony takes place in Islamabad, where the national flag is hoisted at the Presidential and Parliament buildings. It is followed by the national anthem and live televised speeches by leaders. Usual celebratory events and festivities for the day include flag-raising ceremonies, parades, cultural events, and the playing of patriotic songs. A number of award ceremonies are often held on this day, and Pakistanis hoist the national flag atop their homes or display it prominently on their vehicles and attire.
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