ISLAMABAD, Dec 16 :Pakistani photographers Toori and Ali dominated during seven days Photographic Exhibition of ECO Member States, kicked off at the Esztergom Castle Turkish Cultural Center in Ke\u00e7i\u00f6ren, Ankara.
\nThe exhibition attracted diplomats and people from all walks of life, was arranged by Tehran-based ECO Cultural Institute (ECI)\u2014the cultural specialized agency of the ten-member Economic Cooperation Organization, in collaboration with the the Ke\u00e7i\u00f6ren Municipality and diplomatic mission of Pakistan, said a press release received here from Ankara.
\nTitled \u201cFrames of Friendship: A Photographic Tribute to ECO Cultures\u201d, the event showcased the work of six renowned photographers belonging to Turkiye, Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan.<\/p>\n
During his remarks, Dr. Saad S Khan, President of ECI, highlighted the diverse cultural heritage of ECO member states emphasizing the importance of fostering cultural cooperation between the ten ECO member states by showcasing each other\u2019s calligraphy, poetry, painting, photographs, and music.
\nHe expressed his deep connection to Turkey, calling it his second home.
\nSultan Bey, the head of foreign affairs committee in Turkish Parliament; Atila Zorlu, Vice Mayor of Ke\u00e7i\u00f6ren Municipality; Yousaf Junaid, Pakistan\u2019s ambassador to Turkiye, and Dr. Ghasem Nazemi, Cultural Counsellor of Iran in Ankara also spoke on the occasion.
\nThe speakers underscored the strong cultural ties between ECO member states. Deputy Mayor spoke about his vision of making Ke\u00e7i\u00f6ren a bridge for all ECO countries, emphasizing the importance of fostering deeper ties between the nations in the region.
\nThe meeting also offered prayers for the departed souls of military officers who died in the Isparta Army Aviation School helicopter tragedy the day before.
\nThe exhibition featured the works of photographers Muzammil Toori, Sajad Heydari, Ayta\u00e7 \u00dcnal, Aigerim Begimbet, Ali Tahir and Samaneh Rustami. The photographs offered a glimpse into the beauty, traditions, and unity of the ECO region.
\nThe exhibition is open to the public at the Esztergom Castle Turkish Cultural Center in Ankara for the next seven days.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
ISLAMABAD, Dec 16 :Pakistani photographers Toori and Ali dominated during seven days Photographic Exhibition of ECO Member States, kicked off at the Esztergom Castle Turkish Cultural Center in Ke\u00e7i\u00f6ren, Ankara. The exhibition attracted diplomats and people from all walks of life, was arranged by Tehran-based […]<\/p>\n
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