ISLAMABAD, SEP 28 /DNA/ – The Ambassador of Korea, Suh Sangpyo, Wednesday, at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi, held a ceremony to hand over the first batch of urgently needed relief items for flood victims with the Provincial Minister for Relief Rehabilitation, Mr. Rasool Bax Chandio.

 Director General of Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. SaqibRauf, Consul General of the Korean Consulate in Karachi, Mr. Kim Haksung, and Senior officials of the National Disaster Management Authority were also present at the ceremony.

The Ambassador stated that this first shipment of relief items donated by the Government of Korea arrived in Pakistan on 17th September and it consists of approximately three hundred thousand water purification tablets, thirty thousand emergency blankets, and various other essential relief items.

 He went on to say that a second shipment of relief items consisting of family sized tents, collapsible water bags, and thermal blankets is also on route via a cargo ship that will be docked at Karachi Sea Portno later than 16th October.

The Ambassador apprised the media that in addition to the in-kind donations by the Government of Korea, which amounts to USD 300,000and Korean private sector companies and associations working in Pakistan, have collectively donated over USD 500,000 so far for the flood victims.

The Ambassador whilst greatly appreciating the crucial role being played by the NDMA and the Government of Pakistan to alleviate the suffering of the flood victims, also extended his sincere appreciation to the Korean Association of Pakistan, Jogye Order, K-Water, Mira Power, LH, KOAK, KA-Power, PK International Food, KEPCO Plant Services & Engineering, Samsung Electronics Pakistan, Lotte Chilsung Beverages, Lotte Engineering & Construction, and Lotte Chemical, who in addition to their cash donations, have also continued to distribute essential food items, shelters, and medicines directly to the affected local populations and to the non-governmental organizations involved in the relief efforts.=DNA

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Fundraiser gala held to support the flood victims

A.M.Bhatti

ISLAMABAD: Serena Hotels in collaboration with the Royal Embassy of Thailand organised a fundraising event to raise funds for the relief and rehabilitation for the people affected by the floods across Pakistan.

The fundraising event was well attended by all walks of life, including members of the diplomatic community, corporate sector, and business community, where a troupe of performers from the Phattayakul Thai Music & Drama School presented a traditional cultural dance adorned in beautifully crafted traditional attire, an affair originally staged for the Royal Court.

Alongside Muay Thai, the National Sport of Thailand which translates to Thai Boxing, was a delightful feat of agility and endurance by the Champion of Muay Thai, AnusornInjai. The event would not have been successful without the full support of the Ambassador of Thailand to Pakistan, Chakkrid Krachaiwong.

Aziz Boolani, CEO of Serena Hotels, appreciated the generosity extended by the guests and associates in raising of the funds for the flood affectees. Serena Hotels as a responsible corporate citizen has been active in supporting the flood affectees. The Company is matching the funds donated by the Hotels’ Guests and Associates.

Ambassador of Thailand to Pakistan, Chakkrid Krachaiwong in his remarks thanked the Serena Hotels for taking lead in the noble cause of extending support to the flood affected people. He said two days colorful Thai Food, Fun, and Music Festival was held at a local mall in Lahore, which drew huge attention.

It may be mentioned here that the relief goods, i.e. food supplies, and tents, are being distributed directly as well as through international NGOs under the banner of “Jazba-e-Khidmat– in the Spirit of Compassion” initiative.

This special event featured the exotic taste of Thailand, and the guests were thrilled by the authentic taste of Thai cuisine, along with cultural performances.

Serena Hotels, Thai embassy

 join hands for a noble cause

Fundraiser gala held to support the flood victims

A.M.Bhatti

ISLAMABAD: Serena Hotels in collaboration with the Royal Embassy of Thailand organised a fundraising event to raise funds for the relief and rehabilitation for the people affected by the floods across Pakistan.

The fundraising event was well attended by all walks of life, including members of the diplomatic community, corporate sector, and business community, where a troupe of performers from the Phattayakul Thai Music & Drama School presented a traditional cultural dance adorned in beautifully crafted traditional attire, an affair originally staged for the Royal Court.

Alongside Muay Thai, the National Sport of Thailand which translates to Thai Boxing, was a delightful feat of agility and endurance by the Champion of Muay Thai, AnusornInjai. The event would not have been successful without the full support of the Ambassador of Thailand to Pakistan, Chakkrid Krachaiwong.

Aziz Boolani, CEO of Serena Hotels, appreciated the generosity extended by the guests and associates in raising of the funds for the flood affectees. Serena Hotels as a responsible corporate citizen has been active in supporting the flood affectees. The Company is matching the funds donated by the Hotels’ Guests and Associates.

Ambassador of Thailand to Pakistan, Chakkrid Krachaiwong in his remarks thanked the Serena Hotels for taking lead in the noble cause of extending support to the flood affected people. He said two days colorful Thai Food, Fun, and Music Festival was held at a local mall in Lahore, which drew huge attention.

It may be mentioned here that the relief goods, i.e. food supplies, and tents, are being distributed directly as well as through international NGOs under the banner of “Jazba-e-Khidmat– in the Spirit of Compassion” initiative.

This special event featured the exotic taste of Thailand, and the guests were thrilled by the authentic taste of Thai cuisine, along with cultural performances.

ISLAMABAD, SEP 27 /DNA/ –  The Ambassador of United Arab Emirates, Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salem Al-Zaabi, paid a visit to Institute for Art and Culture. Meeting was held with Chancellor Mr. Muhammad Faisal Janjua, Pro. V.C. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ashraf Khan and Registrar Brig.(R) Muhammad Safeer Vaseer.

Cordial bond with UAE has also resulted in development of education in Pakistan. In the Guest of Honor’s Address to students and Faculty, he showed his profound interest in establishing the education sector.

He also appreciated the education segment of Pakistan and showed his will to continuity of brotherly ties between both states. Students were also encouraged to play their roles to elevate the educational growth in Pakistan.

At the end, the shield was also presented to Guest of Honor by Chancellor IAC, Pro. V.C. and Registrar IAC.=DNA

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ISLAMABAD, SEP 27: Serena Hotels with the support of the Royal Embassy of Thailand organised a fundraising event to raise funds for the relief and rehabilitation for the people affected by the floods across Pakistan.

The fundraising event was well attended by all walks of life, including members of the diplomatic community, corporate sector, and business community, where a troupe of performers from the Phattayakul Thai Music & Drama School presented a traditional cultural dance adorned in a beautifully crafted traditional attire, an affair originally staged for the Royal Court.

Alongside Muay Thai, the National Sport of Thailand which translates to Thai Boxing, was a delightful feat of agility and endurance by the Champion of Muay Thai, AnusornInjai. The event would not have been successful without the full support of the Ambassador of Thailand to Pakistan, ChakkridKrachaiwong.

Aziz Boolani, CEO of Serena Hotels, appreciated the generosity extended by the guests and associates in raising of the funds for the flood affectees. Serena Hotels as a responsible corporate citizen has been active in supporting the flood affectees. The Company is matching the funds donated by the Hotels’ Guests and Associates.

The relief goods, i.e. food supplies, and tents, are being distributed directly as well as through international NGOs under the banner of “Jazba-e-Khidmat– In the Spirit of Compassion” initiative.

This special event featured the exotic taste of Thailand, and the guests were thrilled by the authentic taste of Thai cuisine, along with cultural performances.

KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA, SEP 27 /DNA/ –  The Embassy of the Republic of Korea to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in its commitment to assist and encourage nature conservation held a Tree Plantation inaugural event in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, aimed at supporting Pakistan in combatting climate Change.

The tree plantation activity held near the Shah Maqsood Interchange of the Hazara Motorway in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was jointly organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, Forest Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Pakistan.

The Korean Ambassador, Suh Sangpyo while speaking at the ceremony collectively appreciated the efforts of the Pakistan government and its’ citizens in Climate change mitigation and mentioned other green and sustainable development initiatives being undertaken and possibilities of cooperation.

The Ambassador also mentioned the significance of such plantation activities in restoring biodiversity and ecosystem amidst devastating floods crisis and global warming.

Senior officials of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Forest department, IUCN and Haripur University Faculty and students were present at the ceremony.