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Striving for better relations in the fields of culture, education, art, entertainment, economy and peer-to-peer contact between Pakistan and Afghanistan. #Peace
Aug 5 11 tweets 8 min read
[Thread - The Plight of Mothers in Kashmir & Palestine: A Story of Resilience Amidst Conflict]

In the midst of unending conflict, the stories of mothers from Kashmir & Palestine emerge as deeply moving reflections of strength and perseverance. These women, bearing the heavy burdens of war and occupation, continue to embody hope and resilience. To understand their journey, let’s delve into the personal and heart-wrenching incidents that highlight their struggles and fortitude. (1/10)Image The Valley of Kashmir: Stories of Loss & Longing

In the picturesque valley of Kashmir, nestled between snow-capped mountains, the air is heavy with stories of loss and longing. For decades, the people of Kashmir have lived under the shadow of conflict, their lives punctuated by curfews, raids, and the constant presence of armed soldiers. Among those most affected are the mothers, whose daily lives are a testament to resilience and quiet strength. (2/10)Image
Dec 26, 2021 4 tweets 3 min read
[🇵🇰🇦🇫 - Update]

(1/4) Despite 🇵🇰policy to engage 🇦🇫internationally for humanitarian & economic purposes & to address concerns on human rights & CT, incidents like Bajaur & Kunar are concerning & call for a joint statement by @ForeignOfficePk & @MoFA_Afg to diffuse this crisis (2/4) From the role of @PakinAfg in Afg to Doha meetings, Troika+ & #OIC4Afg, Pak has consistently been facilitating 🇦🇫 in every possible way to engage regionally & internationally to accelerate peace & stability in Afg as it is directly linked with peace in Pak & the region
Dec 24, 2021 10 tweets 7 min read
[#StoriesWeLiveBy - Session 3]

(1/10) It's the moments of experience that shape our stories! "Afghanistan & the Regional Chessboard:
From 9/11 to IEA Rise to Power', it's a tale of moments, narrated by H. E. Amb Mansoor in a storytelling session hosted by Mr. Salman Javed ImageImageImageImage (2/10) "After 50 yrs, a truly domestically indigenous system came in Afg; interim Govt with control on entire Afg territory. Whatever system Afghans want to evolve for them, it's their right. Pak will continue facilitating them; policy is to support without interference"— Mr Amb Image
Dec 23, 2021 5 tweets 5 min read
[#StoriesWeLiveBy - Session 2]

(1/5) Of CPEC & Afg: Linking stories of old silk routes & the dawn of Eurasian Century — A perspective by Dr Talat Shabbir in a session moderated by Mr Salman Javed, is in fact, a detailed snapshot of region, at the center of which, lie Silk Roads! Image (2/5) "Silk Route is basically an ancient route connecting East Asia, Africa & Eastern Europe. Mr Xi Jinping's concept of rejuvenation [#BRI] is attached to #Chinese nostalgia; its culture & shared values advocacy to stay connected worldwide", says Dr @TalatShabbir3 Image
Oct 2, 2021 8 tweets 4 min read
[Kabul Water Crisis 💦]

“Kabul be zar basha be barf ne - May Kabul be without gold rather than snow!”

An ancient proverb points at the Hindukush Mountain which is a primary source of #Afghanistan’s water supply - Afghanistan especially #Kabul is in need of water. 1/8 Kabul is running out of Water. Violence & rising temperatures have left the residents of #Kabul in the midst of a water shortage for years and the recent drought has only made things worse. 2/8
Apr 11, 2021 21 tweets 4 min read
[SULTAN ALLAUDIN KHILJI - A THREAD ]

Was Allaudin Khilji the barbarian he is portrayed to be?
This thread will shed light on the story of Allaudin Khilji, the Sultan of Delhi #KingsandDynasties #SharedHistoricalFigures (1) Muslim historian such as Fasihta and Barani (author of Tarikh-e-Firuz Shahi) in the late 1200s and others have provided authentic accounts of Khilji’s Sultanate (2)
Apr 10, 2021 4 tweets 2 min read
[SPORTS - A MEAN TOWARDS PEACE - A THREAD]

Sports are great place to show that equality can happen. This overwhelming crowd is gathered to watch a thrilled match, organized by @ACBofficials to celebrate the inauguration of Kamal khan Dam. (1/4)
#KamalKhanDamTrophy First played by the British troops in the 19th century and was later adopted by Afghan refugees in the refugee camps in Pakistan. Since then, cricket has become a huge part of them and opportunities have been provided in the best of ways. (2/4)
Apr 9, 2021 6 tweets 2 min read
Afghanistan has abundant mineral resources present in every province.Huge reserves of Copper, Cobalt, Gold, Talc, Uranium, Aluminum, Mercury, Zinc, marble and lithium are present in Afghanistan which if used,can lead Afghanistan towards the way of progression.(1/6)

PC:@NBCNews Image According to Ministry of Mines and Petroleum Afghanistan, Afghanistan possesses 30 million metric tons (MTs) of copper, more than 2.2 billion MTs of Iron ore, 1.3 billion tons of marble, 2700 kg of Gold and 1.4 million MTs of rare earth elements. (2/6)