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First Pakistani Diplomat Hamid Asghar who attended Celebration of Pakistan Day in Macarthur
Campbelltown
Community celebrated Qarardaad-e-Pakistan on Sunday, 21st March 2010 at a local
community Hall. The chief guest was Mr Hamid Asghar Counsellor of Pakistan
Consulate Sydney. It was the first time in history that any Pakistani Diplomat
attended the Function at the Campbelltown NSW.
Mr. Hamid Asghar addressed the community on Qarardaad-e-Pakistan and also
described the facilities available at the Consulate office Sydney for the
Pakistani community. The function was attended by a large number of local
families and was highly successful in bring the community closer. The function
was also attended by Muhammad Asif CEO Citilink Finance, Rana Zahid Former
President Pakistan Association of Australia, and Syed Zafar Hussain, Chief
Editor Sada-e- Watan Sydney.
The celebration started off the evening with a welcome speech presented by DR
A.G Khan.A couple of slideshows about qarardaad-e-Pakistan made by Afshar Tariq
presented ,then beautiful and colourful children performances, Mr. Tariq said
thanks to Honouble Guest and the community and told that about lot of function
held this community but this was one of the best.
Mr. Hamid Asghar at the end presented prizes /awards to children and community
leaders including Mr Qamar Shakil, a visiting scientist from Pakistan for their
input in the community efforts.
To express their unity, the community held Namaz-e-Janaza prayer for the mother
of Mr Tasawar Khan Deputy High Commissioner for Pakistan. This was a one-dish
party and the brought food in were shared in a buffet style. Particular
reference is made to the efforts of Mr & Mrs Tariq & Mr and Mrs A.G. Khan.
