On 23 October 2023, the Ambassador of Pakistan to Belarus, Sajjad Haider Khan, held an interactive session with the students of the Faculty of International Relations of Belarusian State University (BSU) on “Pakistan’s Foreign Policy and Challenges”. Over seventy students from different departments of the faculty participated in the event.

In his presentation, the Ambassador shed light on the core principles of Pakistan’s foreign policy, regional/global engagements as well as the challenges. The Ambassador particularly highlighted the Kashmir Dispute and its legal status between Pakistan and India, due to which peace and stability in South Asia remains unsettled.

The students were also briefed on Pakistan and Belarus bilateral relations. The interaction provided the students an opportunity to gain valuable insights into Pakistan’s perspectives on international affairs, its role on the global stage, and its vision for cooperation with Belarus. The format of the lecture was interactive, encouraging students to actively engage in the Q&A session.

Towards the end, a small reception featuring a delectable spread of Pakistani cuisine was also arranged which provided students the opportunity to experience the unique flavors and aromatic delights that are an integral part of Pakistani culture.

Prior to the lecture, the Ambassador held a meeting with the Vice Rector of BSU for Academic Affairs and Internalization of Education and the Dean of the Faculty of International Relations, wherein they agreed to hold several joint activities furthering academic cooperation between Belarus and Pakistan.