‘Pakistan-China Chah (love)’ to begin on 21st

LAHORE:Pakistan, China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCJCCI), in collaboration with Punjab Food Authority (PFA), Information and Culture Department Punjab and Pak Connects, will organise the Pak-China Chah (Love) Mela – a three-day cultural and trade festival at the Wildlife Park (Safari Zoo) from February 21 to 23, 2025.

PCJCCI president said that the Pak-China Chah Festival is open to all and promises an unforgettable experience for families, food enthusiasts, music lovers, and cultural connoisseurs alike. The event is being organised to celebrate diversity, tradition, and the enduring camaraderie between Pakistan and China.

The aim of the event is to highlight the vibrant colours of culture, business, and entertainment, bringing together people from different backgrounds to celebrate and strengthen the strong bonds between the two countries, he added.

PCJCCI president shared that this festival will present the similarities and uniqueness of Chinese and Pakistani food and will bring revolutionary changes in the present inundated system of disparities between public and private sector. This festival is more than just an event; it is a reflection of the deep-rooted friendship between the two neighbouring countries. Through cultural exchange, mutual appreciation, and collaboration, this festival aimed to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance people-to-people connections.

PFA DG Asim Javed stated that the festival promised a feast for the senses with an exciting array of food stalls featuring authentic Pakistani and Chinese cuisine. The visitors will have the chance to savour traditional flavors, indulge in signature dishes, and experience the culinary artistry of both nations.

PCJCCI Senior Vice President Mansoor Saeed Sheikh said through cultural exchange, mutual appreciation, and collaboration, this festival aims to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance people-to-people connections.

A senior representative from Pak-Connects shared that beyond food, the Pak-China Cultural Festival will host a mesmerising concert and Qawwali night, bringing together talented artists from both countries to promote cross-cultural appreciation through music.