{"id":74169,"date":"2026-05-01T18:14:44","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T13:14:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chinaurdu.com\/eng\/?p=74169"},"modified":"2026-05-01T18:14:44","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T13:14:44","slug":"pakistan-marks-60-years-ties-with-singapore-through-qawwali-night","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chinaurdu.com\/eng\/?p=74169","title":{"rendered":"Pakistan marks 60 years ties with Singapore through Qawwali night"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Pakistan High Commission in Singapore, in collaboration with The Esplanade Theatre, organized a special evening of Qawwali titled \u201cAt the Feet of the Beloved\u201d to mark the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Singapore.<\/p>\n<p>The event was held at The Esplanade and drew a large and diverse audience, including diplomats, business leaders, art enthusiasts, members of the Pakistani diaspora, and the general public, reflecting strong interest in Pakistan\u2019s cultural heritage.<\/p>\n<p>The highlight of the evening was a performance by renowned Qawwals Rizwan and Muazzam, nephews of legendary Sufi singer Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. Their powerful and soulful renditions carried forward a centuries-old Sufi musical tradition and received an enthusiastic response from the audience.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking on the occasion, High Commissioner Rabia Shafiq said that Qawwali, rooted in Sufi teachings, represents love, harmony and spiritual devotion. She added that such cultural expressions act as a bridge between societies and help strengthen people-to-people ties between Pakistan and Singapore.<\/p>\n<p>A reception for diplomats and distinguished guests was also hosted on the sidelines of the event.<\/p>\n<p>The evening was widely seen as a successful example of cultural diplomacy, showcasing Pakistan\u2019s artistic heritage and reinforcing its commitment to deepening bilateral relations through cultural engagement.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Pakistan High Commission in Singapore, in collaboration with The Esplanade Theatre, organized a special evening of Qawwali titled \u201cAt the Feet of the Beloved\u201d to mark the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Singapore. 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