The media in the West has been carrying negative propaganda when it comes to foreigners’ safety in Pakistan, but people here are really friendly, said Ewan Clayton, a calligrapher and a professor of art, design, media and culture.

Clayton was talking to Daily Times at a reception hosted by Pakistan Calligraphy Artists’ Guild (PCAG) in calligraphers’ honour at the British Council on Thursday.

“I burst into tears of joy when I saw the great Islamic structure, Badshahi Mosque”, he said. He said that Lahore had its own ambiance, which was extremely fascinating and its glowing effect cannot be described in words.