Hello Ladies & Gentlemen.

It is an honor to be here in Korea with all of you amazing people from all around the world. It is kind of over whelming.

I am Daniyal Wasti and I work with the National Academy of Performing Arts in Karachi, Pakistan.

On behalf of all CPI participants, 2017, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Korea and Arts Council Korea for providing all-round support to all CPI participants.

I understand, CPI Program is one of the events which promote dynamic cultural exchanges by providing government officials and practitioners in the relevant fields to pursue professional training and research in Korea. This cultural exchange between Korea and other countries of the world mutually benefits the host nation and each participating country in the long-run.

Therefore, this program represents the cooperation and mutual understanding between Korea and all participating countries of the world. I strongly believe that the CPI Program is an effective platform for the professionals and institutions from around the world to promote harmonious coexistence as well as exchange of different cultures and tourism. It would, therefore, pave a way for healthy networking of international institutions and strengthen the friendship as well as professional connection among participants and host institutions.

Once again, on behalf of all CPI participants I would like to express our sincere gratitude to the organizers, CPI Secretariat, all the host organizations, Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and Arts Council Korea.

And and I would like to make a special mention of National Theare of Korea colleagues and the Language school teachers for supporting us throughout the program.

Have a great day.
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