Not that I’m superstitious… The exciting 2011 World Cup continues today as Pakistan battles West Indies in the First-Quarter Final. This will be a moment of redemption for Pakistan, which has not qualified for this stage of the game since 1999 after they beat Australia and dominated in league games. Although Australia has remained unbeaten for the past 12 years, Pakistan gained victory over them once again. Between Pakistan and
Culture in Pakistan dates back to more than 5,000 years to the period of the Indus civilization. Also called the Indus Valley or Harappan civilization, Indus was the earliest known urban culture of the Indian subcontinent. The emphasis on the Islamic religion has brought about a strong romantic identification with Islamic culture in Pakistan. Traditionally, literature – most notably poetry – has been one of the richest forms of art
In absolute dollar terms, Pakistan’s economy is 27th largest in the world. The semi-industrialized economy encompasses textiles, chemicals, food, and agriculture. Karachi and Punjab’s urban centers are home to diversified economies. Past internal politics, population booms, and confrontation with India has taken its toll on the economy in past decades. The recent government policies, foreign investment, and access to global markets have positively poised the country. Pakistan has seen solid
Since independence in 1947, Pakistan has seen an influx of scientists, engineers, doctors, and technicians in the growing field of science and technology. Pakistan is known for possession of strong weapons in the military, a growing base of doctors and engineers, and software engineers. Nuclear Science Under the leadership of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, Pakistan tested six indigenously developed atomic devices in 1998. Pakistan became the seventh nuclear power country
Field Hockey is the national sport in Pakistan, with its men’s team consistently ranked as one of the top teams in the world. The Pakistan men’s hockey team, also known as the Green Shirts, has won three gold medals at the Olympics, and taken home the Hockey World Cup a record four times. It has also won the most number of Asian gold medals (eight), and is the only Asian
The basis of Pakistani cuisine comes from the spreading of the Islam religion, starting in 700 A.D. The arrival of Islam within South Asia greatly influenced local cuisine. Since Muslims (who practice the Islam religion) are forbidden to eat pork or consume alcohol, Pakistanis focus on other areas of food such as chicken, lamb, beef, fish, vegetables, fruit, and dairy. Pakistani cuisine is well-known for its richness and flavor. Preferences
Pakistan’s rich history traces back to the very beginnings of human life in South Asia. The Indus Valley civilization, among the oldest in the world, makes its home here. The country is a treasure store of handcrafted goods made with care by people who grew up learning their craft. Pakistan’s national currency is the rupee or PKR. Coins are in denominations of 1, 2, and 5 rupees. Banknotes are in
Pakistan, officially the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, located in South Asia has 650 miles of coastline on the Arabian Sea and Gulf of Oman. The west is bordered by Afghanistan and Iran. India is to the east and China in the far northeast. The country is strategically located between South Asia, Central Asia, and the Middle East. Land is a valuable natural resource. Other natural resources include an extensive natural
In recent years, tourism in Pakistan has become increasingly popular. Thanks to its diverse cultures, beautiful landscape, and interesting attractions, Pakistan draws more people than ever. In 2007, the Prime Minister launched the “Visit Pakistan” marketing campaign to promote the country’s unique cultural heritage. The campaign organized various events throughout the year, including fairs, religious festivals, regional sporting events, and the opening of several museums. In 2009, The World Economic