DND News: Pakistan’s envoy to Russia, Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, has awarded a certificate to Anisur Rahman (Sibly), a young Bangladeshi student and content creator, after watching his candid vlog about the first-ever Pakistani music show in Moscow, which was arranged by the Embassy of Pakistan on August 12 in Moscow to celebrate Pakistan’s Independence Day.
Sibly is pursuing a Master’s degree in Design (Art Direction) at HSE University and has been living in Russia for almost two years. What caught the Ambassador’s attention was the way Sibly filmed the evening. It wasn’t just the stage and the performances; his camera captured the people, conversations, laughter, reactions and little moments taking place around the concert. This gave a very different and authentic feel to the evening.
Ambassador Tirmizi appreciated his work and enjoyed hearing about his experience of filming a Pakistani band in Moscow. He invited Sibly to Pakistan House, awarded him a certificate and had a one-on-one meeting with the young content creator.
It may be recalled that the Embassy of Pakistan in Moscow hosted a vibrant reception to celebrate Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day, drawing Russian officials, diplomats, academics, journalists and members of the Pakistani community.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Yuryevich Galuzin attended the event as the chief guest, underscoring the significance both countries attach to their bilateral relationship.
In his remarks, Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi spoke of the growing warmth and momentum in Pakistan–Russia ties, pointing to expanding opportunities for cooperation in trade, connectivity, education, tourism and culture. He highlighted Pakistan’s continued interest in the International North–South Transport Corridor, noting the potential to link the corridor with Karachi and Gwadar ports, a move that could open new trade routes between Russia, Central Asia and South Asia.
The evening’s cultural programme brought a distinctly Pakistani flavour to the celebrations. Guests were treated to energetic performances by the internationally acclaimed folk band Khumariyaan, known for blending traditional Pashtun instrumentation with contemporary sounds, along with a performance by Pride of Performance award recipient and violinist Master Raees Khan.
The reception reflected the broader trajectory of Pakistan–Russia relations, which have seen increasing engagement in recent years across diplomatic, economic and cultural spheres.
With senior officials from both sides using the occasion to reaffirm their mutual interest in expanding cooperation, the event served both as a celebration of Pakistan’s independence and as a signal of the two countries’ intent to deepen ties going forward.
The diplomatic mission in Moscow used the occasion to showcase not only Pakistan’s cultural heritage but also its evolving strategic partnerships on the international stage.
