Adil Najam
There was a time when PanAm was the biggest and most fascinating international airline in the world. That has changed quite some time back. And so, it seems, has Pakistan. The subject of this fascinating promotional documentary made by PanAm in the 1960s.
Given the Japanese narration, it seems that PanAm was trying to lure Japanese tourists to Pakistan. Right there, an interesting notion.
I do know that Karachi was a major stop in PanAm’s long-haul flights and I assume this is related to that. Although it does seem that the documentary is focusing on much more than just Karachi. So much in the video is so different from what now is. But so much is also so much the same.
I find the footage absolutely fascinating at so many different levels, even though I cannot understand the narration. Maybe a Japanese speaking reader can help us get a gist of what is being said?
@ Saadia
The social class you belong to doesnt actually require “bikinization” of Karachi. With almost the same as a routine day’s expense and a couple of hours flight, the members of YOUR COMMUNITY very frequently enjoy your fantasy world in Dubai. Then why do you want to run the rest of the society into rapist culture?
@ Jamal
Your opinion is not at all humble; its totally jealous, hateful and bias. Everyone knows Karachi, the most active city spamming with opportunities, is hostage to its own residents. Was any single target killing linked to Lahore or Punjab?
Your argument is worth only a Punjabi proverb: “Digga khoti ton, te ghussa kumhiaar te”. The closest translation is “Naach na jaany, aangan terha”
By the way, why shouldnt Lahore be an international city?
Yesterday was another country but I’m still wondering where did we go wrong.
It is very interesting to watch. Still waiting for someone to tell us what is being said but I doubt if there are any Japanese understanding readers here :-)
I meant to say PTDC.
I am sorry, Jamal, but things were not the same right before 9/11. Things always change and they had changed already by then. Lets leave this excuse aside please.