UK’s foreign secretary celebrates Shakespeare’s 400th birthday in Pakistan

LAHORE: British Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson Friday celebrated 400^th birthday of English poet, playwright and actor William Shakespeare with Pakistani students in Lahore. Johnson, who is on a two-day visit to Pakistan, posted a group photo of the occasion with a message: “a recognition of cultural ties”. Shakespeare is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet Earlier, he visited Kinnard Girls School in Lahore. “Kinnaird Girls School #Lahore just one example of #UKAid supporting girls' education. Also met some of #Pakistan's women's cricket team,” he tweeted.

Kinnaird Girls School #Lahore just one example of #UKAid supporting girls' education. Also met some of #Pakistan's women's cricket team. pic.twitter.com/mf2BdVbmdk

— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) November 25, 2016

The UK’s foreign secretary also visited Shahi Qila and Badshahi Mosque. He held a meeting with Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif to discuss trade and development in Pakistan.

The view from the beautiful #Lahore Fort this morning. @ukinpakistan pic.twitter.com/GoVtXYwVt2 — Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) November 25, 2016

Wonderful to visit the absolutely stunning Mughal era #Badshahi Mosque in #Lahore #Pakistan & the grave of poet Muhammad Iqbal. pic.twitter.com/TeZV0dhgFd

— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) November 25, 2016

Great mtg w/ Chief Minister of #Punjab Shabaz Sharif. We spoke about UK backing for #Pakistan development & boosting trade further. pic.twitter.com/UmBxKodBaQ — Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) November 25, 2016