Pakistan and China celebrated cultural collaboration with their first-ever joint fashion show, held at the Badaling section of the Great Wall in Beijing on Sunday, highlighting friendship through fashion and design.
Event Organization and Attendance
The show was organized jointly by the Pakistani Embassy in Beijing and the China International Cultural Communication Center (CICCC). Curated by Adnan Ansari of Riwayat, it drew attendance from senior Chinese officials, diplomats, media representatives, and business leaders.
Designers and Fashion Fusion
The event showcased clothing from Pakistani designers including Maheen Khan, Moazzam Abbasi, Ayesha Tariq, Rizwanullah, and Zain Hashmi. Chinese designer Liang Suyun also presented his collection, while Pakistani businessman Aqeel Chaudhary provided jewelry. Models from both countries walked the ramp, creating a visual fusion of two rich textile traditions.
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Symbolism and Cultural Significance
Long Yuxiang, Chairman of CICCC, described the fashion show as more than a cultural event, calling it a reflection of the strategic, all-weather partnership between China and Pakistan.
Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, said the event symbolized the “living spirit” of the ancient Silk Road, serving as a modern bridge of fabric, art, and friendship. He highlighted that the show would promote deeper trade and cultural partnerships between the two nations.
Historical Context
Ambassador Hashmi noted the timing was especially meaningful, coinciding with the 60th anniversary of President Ayub Khan’s visit to the same section of the Great Wall, marking the first-ever visit by a Pakistani leader.
