Pak-Turk Maarif International Schools and Colleges commemorated the 103rd Anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye through a distinguished ceremony held at International Maarif Schools, H-8, Islamabad. The event celebrated Türkiye’s national history, cultural heritage, and enduring friendship with Pakistan, bringing together diplomatic representatives, government officials, institutional leadership, students, staff members, and parents in recognition of the longstanding ties between the two brotherly nations.
The ceremony was attended by the Chief Guest, Ms. Wajiha Qamar, Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training; H.E. Dr. İrfan Neziroğlu, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Pakistan; H.E. Ms. Buket Kop, Ambassador of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus to Pakistan; Senator Sana Jamali; distinguished representatives from Turkmenistan, Indonesia, Syria, Palestine, and Egypt; representatives of Turkish institutions and companies; and Mr. Harun Küçükaladağlı, Country Director of Pak-Turk Maarif International Schools and Colleges, Pakistan. Their presence underscored the importance of educational cooperation, cultural exchange, and international friendship.
The celebration paid tribute to the enduring legacy of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the revered founder of the Republic of Türkiye, commemorating the establishment of the Republic on October 29, 1923. Special student performances and cultural activities highlighted Türkiye’s history, traditions, national identity, and rich cultural heritage, creating an engaging and memorable experience for the audience.
Addressing the gathering, Ms. Wajiha Qamar, Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training, highlighted the historic brotherhood between Pakistan and Türkiye, emphasizing education as a key pillar of their enduring partnership. She appreciated the Turkish Maarif Foundation’s role in promoting academic excellence and strengthening educational and cultural ties between the two countries. She also underscored the importance of innovation, academic collaboration, and creating opportunities for future generations.
H.E. Dr. İrfan Neziroğlu highlighted Türkiye’s journey since the founding of the Republic and reaffirmed the historic Pakistan–Türkiye friendship, built on mutual respect, shared values, consistent support on key international issues, and strong people-to-people connections. He emphasized the role of education and youth engagement in strengthening bilateral relations, particularly through opportunities for Pak-Turk Maarif students pursuing studies at Turkish government institutions on scholarships.
H.E. Ms. Buket Kop also highlighted the importance of education, cultural exchange, and international friendship in nurturing young people who value their heritage while embracing diversity and mutual understanding.
Mr. Harun Küçükaladağlı, Country Director of Pak-Turk Maarif International Schools and Colleges, Pakistan, reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to academic excellence, character building, and intercultural understanding. He also highlighted the significance of the Turkish Maarif Foundation’s 10th anniversary, reflecting on its ongoing contribution to educational cooperation and the strengthening of ties between Pakistan and Türkiye.
The successful celebration brought together families, educators, students, and diplomatic representatives in an atmosphere of cultural appreciation and friendship. It reflected the enduring Pakistan–Türkiye brotherhood and reaffirmed Pak-Turk Maarif International Schools and Colleges’ commitment to quality education, intercultural understanding, and stronger educational and people-to-people ties between the two nations.
About Turkish Maarif Foundation:
The Turkish Maarif Foundation (TMF) is a Türkiye-based public education foundation with 611 educational institutions serving more than 75,000 students across 66 countries. Recognised in Pakistan as a Turkish governmental organisation under bilateral educational cooperation arrangements, TMF operates Pak-Turk Maarif International Schools and Colleges (PTMISC), serving over 13,000 students across 27 campuses in 10 cities. Committed to academic excellence and students’ intellectual, social and moral development, the network promotes intercultural understanding and strengthens educational and people-to-people ties between Pakistan and Türkiye.
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