Kathmandu, June 27
The Embassy of Pakistan, Kathmandu organised an award-giving ceremony for the 11th Annual Ambassador of Pakistan Essay Writing Competition and 7th Annual Ambassador of Pakistan Speech Competition on June 26. Prof Dr Bhola Thapa, Vice Chancellor, of Kathmandu University was the Chief Guest who presented the awards to the students.
According to a press statement released by the embassy, this year, the topic of essay writing competition was “Regional Connectivity is Essence of the Economic Development and Social Uplift – Prospects for South Asian Countries”. Students securing first, second and third position in the essay writing competition were presented gold, silver and bronze medals along with souvenir and cash prizes. The next twelve best students were also presented with special cash prizes.
In their speeches, both male and female students passionately advocated on indispensable “Role of Women in Economic Development of South Asia”. The top three adjudicated students were given medals along with souvenirs and cash prizes. The next 13 best students also received souvenirs and cash prizes. A good number of Nepali students from 35 Higher Secondary School to University students participated in the two competitions. The competitions were concluded in a phased manner over the last two weeks of this event.
Speaking at the occasion, Prof Dr Bhola Thapa appreciated Pakistan for its continued support and advancing technical support, especially in the field of education. He expressed hope that Pakistan’s support would go a long way in reminding the youth of the two countries about a shared vision; an educated youth is beneficial for all. He lauded that a sizeable alumni of Pakistan was contributing to Nepal’s development.
Ambassador Abrar H Hashmi in his concluding remarks appreciated the students for their critical thinking on important issues. The Ambassador stated that imbibing, solution based, and forward-looking thinking process in students was vital for the future and termed youth interaction between the two countries as the abiding bridge.
The two competitions were held consecutively for the last 7 and 11 years respectively which have become very popular among the Nepali youth and attract the brightest students from all over the country.
