On Wednesday, 17 January 2024, Ambassador Azhar received a courtesy call by Mr. Kashif M Rabani, General Manager of the Nishat Hotel at the Malaysian High Commission. The meeting commenced with the General Manager expressing gratitude for the opportunity to meet with the Malaysian High Commissioner. The primary focus of the discussion was the potential collaboration between Nishat Hotel and Malaysian entities, particularly in the hotelier and tourism sectors.
The Malaysian High Commissioner expressed interest in strengthening people-to-people ties between Malaysia and Pakistan. He acknowledged the importance of promoting Malaysian cuisine and culture as part of a broader collaboration. The High Commissioner proposed the idea of organizing a Malaysian Food Festival in the hotel and leveraging the connected mall's foot traffic for increased visibility. The Malaysian High Commissioner expressed interest in engaging more with the local Malaysian community in Lahore through potential events for the Malaysian community.
The General Manager welcomed the idea and suggested expanding collaboration beyond cultural events to include trade and tourism initiatives. The General Manager discussed the hotel's facilities, including banquet halls and a rooftop garden, as potential venues for various events.
