November 02, 2026
Pak-Turk Maarif International Schools and Colleges celebrated the 103rd Anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye with a distinguished ceremony at International Maarif Schools, H-8, Islamabad. The event brought together diplomatic representatives, government officials, institutional leadership, students, staff, and parents to honour Türkiye’s history, cultural heritage, and enduring friendship with Pakistan.
The ceremony was attended by Chief Guest Ms. Wajiha Qamar, Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training; H.E. Dr. İrfan Neziroğlu, Ambassador of Türkiye to Pakistan; H.E. Ms. Buket Kop, Ambassador of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus to Pakistan; Senator Sana Jamali; distinguished diplomatic representatives; and Mr. Harun Küçükaladağlı, Country Director of Pak-Turk Maarif International Schools and Colleges, Pakistan.
The celebration featured student performances and cultural presentations highlighting Türkiye’s national identity, traditions, and rich heritage, while paying tribute to Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, founder of the Republic of Türkiye.
Addressing the gathering, Ms. Wajiha Qamar highlighted the historic Pakistan–Türkiye friendship and the importance of education, innovation, and academic collaboration in strengthening bilateral relations. The Turkish Ambassador, H.E. Dr. İrfan Neziroğlu, reaffirmed the longstanding bonds between the two nations and emphasized the role of education and youth engagement. H.E. Ms. Buket Kop highlighted the importance of cultural exchange and mutual understanding.
Mr. Harun Küçükaladağlı reaffirmed Pak-Turk Maarif’s commitment to academic excellence, character building, and intercultural understanding. He also highlighted the Turkish Maarif Foundation’s 10th anniversary and its contribution to strengthening educational cooperation between Pakistan and Türkiye.
The celebration reflected the enduring brotherhood between the two countries and reaffirmed Pak-Turk Maarif’s commitment to fostering educational excellence, cultural understanding, and stronger people-to-people ties.
About Turkish Maarif Foundation
The Turkish Maarif Foundation (TMF) is a Türkiye-based public education foundation operating 611 educational institutions across 66 countries, serving more than 75,000 students. In Pakistan, TMF operates Pak-Turk Maarif International Schools and Colleges, serving over 13,000 students across 27 campuses in 10 cities. The institution is committed to academic excellence, holistic student development, and strengthening educational and cultural ties between Pakistan and Türkiye.
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