Pakistan – Russia – (Web Desk) – The Russian Ambassador to Pakistan, Albert Khorev, has praised Faiz Ahmad Faiz as one of Asia’s most celebrated poets, whose people-centered poetry earned widespread admiration in the former Soviet Union and continues to resonate in Russia today.
In a video message marking Faiz’s 115th birth anniversary, Ambassador Khorev said the poet’s work played a crucial role in inspiring national liberation movements across the Third World, challenging Western colonial rule and imperialism. He added that Faiz’s poetry made significant contributions to struggles for political and religious freedom in parts of Asia and Africa during anti-colonial movements.
The message was shared at a special ceremony hosted by the Russian Centre for Science, Education, and Culture, organized in collaboration with the Association of Pakistani Graduates from Russia and CIS, and the Pakistan–Russia Friendship Forum. The event was presided over by Dr. Nadeem Bhatti, Vice Chancellor of Leads University, with Punjab Libraries Director General Kashif Manzoor as the chief guest.
Other notable speakers included Dr. Musaddiq Hussain, Dr. Iftikhar Bukhari, Professor Iftikhar Rasool Sheikh, Professor Asma Hassan, Professor Mashkoor Siddiqui, and Ghalib Bandesha.
Ambassador Khorev also highlighted Faiz’s deep connection with Moscow. Recalling Faiz’s remarks at his 70th birthday celebration at the Moscow House of Friendship, he quoted the poet: Moscow taught him “love and hate — love for peace and hate for war.” Faiz emphasized that loving peace is not enough; one must actively work to achieve it.
The ambassador observed that these words found a lasting place in the hearts of the Soviet people and continue to inspire the people of Russia.
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He described Faiz’s message as a bridge between Pakistan and Russia, reflecting the shared sentiments and ideals of the two nations.
He also congratulated the Association of Pakistani Graduates from Russia and CIS, Ambassador of Russian Science, Education Dr. Shahid Hasan, Comrade Shahid Ali and the association’s president Prof Dr. Ashraf Nizami for organizing the commemorative event.
Expressing optimism, he said the ceremony would open new intellectual and cultural horizons inspired by the profound themes of Faiz’s poetry.
Speakers at the event paid rich tribute to Faiz’s literary brilliance, progressive ideology and enduring message of peace, love and hope.
They described him as a poet who instilled courage and optimism through his verses.
In his concluding remarks, Dr. Shahid Hasan thanked the participants and reaffirmed that the Russian Centre would continue to play a constructive role in strengthening Pakistan–Russia ties, particularly in the fields of education, science and culture.
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The ceremony concluded with a melodious rendition of Faiz’s poetry by Kashf Sarwar, which drew warm appreciation from the audience.
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