More than 30 Azerbaijani students participated in competition honoring Jinnah’s leadership and legacy
The Pakistan Embassy in Azerbaijan commemorated the 150th birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah by organizing an essay competition in Baku, aimed at spreading awareness about the founding father of Pakistan among Azerbaijani students.
More than 30 students participated in the competition, demonstrating keen interest in Jinnah’s leadership, vision and legacy through their written submissions.
Three students were selected for their outstanding essays and received awards from Charge d’affaires of Pakistan, Sara Ijaz, at a ceremony in the Azerbaijani capital.
The event was also attended by the Vice-Rector of Azerbaijan Language University, highlighting the growing academic and cultural engagement between Pakistan and Azerbaijan.
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The embassy shared photographs and videos of the event on social media platform X, highlighting the enthusiasm of the participants and the success of the initiative.
According to the embassy, the competition reflects the strengthening of cultural and educational ties between the two countries, particularly through youth engagement and academic collaboration.
The event also aimed to promote a deeper understanding of Pakistan’s history and Jinnah’s vision among Azerbaijani students, encouraging dialogue and appreciation of common values such as education, mutual respect and international friendship.
Essay competitions and similar educational activities are increasingly featured in overseas commemorations of Jinnah’s birth anniversary, serving as a platform to engage younger generations in his legacy and contributions to the creation of Pakistan.
