Noida: AAFT received high appreciation from Ediza Jiménez, Cultural Attaché at the Embassy of Panama, during her recent visit to Marwah Studios at Film City, Noida. The visit was organized to explore and strengthen avenues of cooperation in media education, cultural exchange, film, television, and creative industries between India and Panama.
During her visit, Ediza Jiménez was given an extensive tour of the world-renowned Marwah Studios and AAFT campus, where she interacted with faculty members, students, and administrators. She expressed admiration for the institution’s state-of-the-art infrastructure, international outreach, and its commitment to nurturing creative talent from around the world.
“AAFT is an impressive institution that has made remarkable contributions to media and arts education. The scale of activities, the global vision, and the opportunities provided to students are truly inspiring. I see great potential for collaboration between Panama and AAFT in the areas of culture, education, and creative industries,” said Ediza Jiménez.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios and Chair of the Indo Panama Film and Cultural Forum, emphasized the importance of cultural diplomacy through education and the arts.
“India and Panama share warm and friendly relations, and culture serves as one of the strongest bridges between nations. Through the Indo Panama Film and Cultural Forum, we are committed to creating meaningful opportunities for artistic collaboration, academic exchange, film cooperation, and people-to-people connections. We are delighted to welcome Ms. Ediza Jiménez to AAFT and look forward to strengthening our partnership with Panama,” said Dr. Marwah.
The discussions focused on student exchange programs, participation in international film festivals, joint cultural events, academic collaborations, and initiatives to enhance understanding between the people of India and Panama through the medium of arts and media.
The visit concluded on a positive note, with both sides expressing enthusiasm for future collaborations that would further deepen cultural and educational ties between the two countries.
