German Ambassador H.E. Bernhard Schlaghzeck visited College of Tourism and Hotel Management (COTHM) Lahore where he was briefed about the friendship festival held at COTHM. He praised students and the college administration for coming up with a unique idea of a friendship festival. “COTHM has made a name for itself in the field of hospitality. It is enhancing the friendship between Pakistan and rest of the world”, the ambassador said. He witnessed the models of different countries and appreciated students’ efforts. He also tasted the food of different countries and enjoyed their cultural performances. The ambassador while virtually addressing the students of 16 campuses of COTHM, said that hospitality and tourism have become the most sought after fields in the whole world and Germany is also working vigorously in these fields. He also said that there is a big demand of young professionals in Germany and we welcome the skillful youth whole heartedly. About COTHM, he said that Germany is already working closely with COTHM for the placement of skillful youth and we shall continue to boost this collaboration in future as well.