EuroVillage is back: residents of twin cities invited to discover European diversity at the family festival

Islamabad: The European Union and its member states organize the popular, family-focused festival “EuroVillage” again on 29th of October at the Pakistan National Council of Arts (PNCA) Islamabad. The doors will open at 3pm to welcome the Pakistani public to get a taste of European food, culture, heritage and music.

After a gap of three years, the EU and the member states resume the EuroVillage tradition that offers a window into their rich culture and celebrates “unity in diversity”, a strong connection between EU and Pakistan. This year’s EuroVillage will be special as the European Union celebrates 60 years of diplomatic relations with Pakistan. The six decades of partnership in development, trade and political engagement show how the EU and Pakistan are stronger together.

One highlight will be the EU-Pakistan friendship truck, which will be presented to the public for the first time before setting out to tour the country to engage with Pakistanis across all provinces and to present what EU – Pakistan relations are about.

Eurovillage is organized by the diplomatic missions of the European Union and of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania and Sweden. It will include information and activity booths for both adults and children with interactive games, selfie corners, food and an opportunity to meet the diplomatic team and learn about areas of partnership. The event will feature live performances by European performers and Pakistani artists including Asim Azhar and Shae Gill.