{"id":1158695,"date":"2026-02-07T19:52:25","date_gmt":"2026-02-07T14:52:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/?p=1158695"},"modified":"2026-02-07T19:52:25","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T14:52:25","slug":"d-8-delegation-lauds-remarkable-projects-of-punjab-govt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/demo.app.com.pk\/index.php\/2026\/02\/07\/d-8-delegation-lauds-remarkable-projects-of-punjab-govt\/","title":{"rendered":"D-8 delegation lauds remarkable projects of Punjab govt"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">LAHORE, Feb 07 (APP): Senior Provincial Minister Maryam Aurangzeb warmly welcomed a high-level delegation comprising member countries of the D-8 at the historic\u00a0Poonch House in Lahore.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">On this occasion, an informal D-8 retreat was held during a vibrant Basant<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">cultural ceremony,\u00a0in which Pakistani and international delegations participated under the leadership of D-8 Secretary General Ambassador Sohail Mahmood.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Representatives from D-8 member countries including Bangladesh, Egypt, Iran, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nigeria, T\u00fcrkiye, and Azerbaijan attended the ceremony. Provincial Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani, along with other senior officials and national and international guests, were also present at the event.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">During the Basant cultural ceremony, centuries-old cultural traditions of Punjab were highlighted, featuring traditional kite flying, folk music, and a special arrangement of local cuisines.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">The D-8 delegates appreciated the cultural charm of Punjab, its vibrant traditions, and the Government of Punjab\u2019s initiatives for the preservation and promotion of cultural heritage.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">During their two-day stay, the D-8 delegation visited Wagah Border, Shalimar Gardens, Mazar-e-Iqbal, Badshahi Mosque, Hazuri Bagh, and the Lahore Fort.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">At these historic and cultural sites, the delegation was given detailed briefings on Punjab\u2019s civilizational, historical, and national significance.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">During the visits, the delegates expressed keen interest in the remarkable progress made in various sectors in Punjab and in future development projects.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">The delegation reaffirmed its commitment to further strengthening cultural ties, economic cooperation, and people-to-people engagement with Pakistan, particularly Punjab.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">At the conclusion of the visit, satisfaction was expressed over mutual goodwill, friendly relations, and the promotion of regional cooperation.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">It was also agreed to advance shared development and cultural harmony through the D-8 platform.<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>LAHORE, Feb 07 (APP): Senior Provincial Minister Maryam Aurangzeb warmly welcomed a high-level delegation comprising member countries of the D-8 at the historic\u00a0Poonch House in Lahore. 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