Coordinating the CPEC Cultural Caravan: An International Art and Culture Project on the Silk Route

Shahnawaz Chachar served as the project coordinator for the CPEC Cultural Caravan, an international art and culture project showcasing the transition from the ancient Silk Route to the modern Economic Corridor. He led a creative team, playing a key role in strategic planning and project development. He developed operational plans and sponsor proposals, managed project resources and budget, and engaged with key stakeholders and client teams. The project involved artists, musicians, photographers, painters, choreographers, folklorists, and filmmakers who documented the history, art, and culture along the route. Launched by the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) in collaboration with the Federal Information Ministry and the Chinese Embassy, the project promoted cultural diversity, exchange, and integration between China and Pakistan. The project spanned two phases: Xi’an (China) to Islamabad (Pakistan) and Urumqi (China) to Gwadar (Pakistan). It also included seminars, exhibitions, screenings, performances, and shows in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi. The project contributed to the creative economy and cultural industry of Pakistan. (Location: Pakistan and China; Dates: Nov 2016 — Oct 2017)