What were your best moments of 2018?
As 2018 is rolling out, and the new year is slowly, but surely, rolling in, the desi twitter community looks back and shares one of the most memorable moments of 2018. From the #metoo movement taking over the world beyond just America and full-blown shaadis to the fiasco that was Ko Ko Korina and the release of the well awaited Maula Jutt, 2018 has seen it all.
Here’s what people have been sharing regarding their best moments of 2018:
Some talked about how Naya Pakistan helped improve the country’s image worldwide
Pakistan tops list of world’s best travel destination for 2018. British Backpacker Society describes it as ‘one of the friendliest countries on earth.#BestMomentsOf2018
— Danish Chishti 🇵🇰🇸🇦 (@Daanish_nawaz) December 26, 2018
Nothing is more important for me Wen I see IK is representing Pakistan with full grace and is being honored masha ALLAH #BestMomentsOf2018 pic.twitter.com/Xv2vvMk6qs
— @AyeshaAsh (@AyeshaArooj172) December 26, 2018
Others discussed the success achieved by Pakistani athletes
Mohammed Bilal for winning a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games 2018, held in Australia Gujranwala’s Mohammad Bilal became the third Pakistani athlete to win a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games#BestMomentsOf2018
— @AyeshaAsh (@AyeshaArooj172) December 26, 2018
Pakistani wrestler Inayat Ullah made history for Pakistan by winning Pakistan’s first ever individual medal in the history of Youth Olympics Games. He defeated his American opponent in the bronze medal bout to ensure the podium finish. #BestMomentsOf2018 pic.twitter.com/syiI1UOc0s
— Aun Muhammad khan (@aunmuhammadk1) December 26, 2018
Sarfraz 11 made a world record after they beat New Zealand, hatching 11th consecutive T20 series victory and holding strong to their no.1 spot in the T20 rankings#BestMomentsOf2018
— Aun Muhammad khan (@aunmuhammadk1) December 26, 2018
The importance of democracy was also highlighted
The general elections 2k18 proved to be a milestone in the politics of Pakistan for the 3rd time a successive democratic govt got elected 😍#BestMomentsOf2018
— Háňźì ❤ (Shumi k Bday) 😍 (@Hanzalamalik82) December 26, 2018
Initiation of long-awaited accountability drive. Accountability, which is one of the basic pillars of democracy, seems to be happening in Pakistan. #BestMomentsOf2018
— Masσσd Khaи 🇵🇰 (@smasood801) December 26, 2018
How can we forget this super cute and funny moment that went viral between the Malaysian first lady and PM Khan?
Excuse me can I hold your hand? (Malaysian First lady to IK)
Yes Sure! (PM Imran Khan)#BestMomentsOf2018 pic.twitter.com/SWJTKyrMFg
— Tariq aziz 🇵🇰 (@TAOrakzai) December 26, 2018
The strengthening of India and Pakistan ties was also given great importance by some Pakistanis
The opening of Kartarpura corridor turned out be a major development in the intense relationship between India and Pakistan. This step was taken by both governments to facilitate Sikh pilgrims from both sides of the border #BestMomentsOf2018
— Mangoman (@Fahad4014) December 26, 2018
Things, not surprisingly, got political
Since politics rules most dinner table conversations in the country, it’s no surprise that some of the best moments of 2018 for many people had to do with politics.
Happy Ending to this Year 😍👌#BestMomentsOf2018 pic.twitter.com/XoMrQ2c3PQ
— Awais Khan ÅK 👑 (@AwaisKhanK1) December 26, 2018
Corrupt politicians getting jailed. 🙃 #BestMomentsOf2018
— Farah (@crzfarha) December 26, 2018
We can all agree that the memes made in 2018 were definitely one of the best
Trolling #BestMomentsOf2018
😂 pic.twitter.com/RrZpkuvM48— Ana_syeda(Hussaini) (@AamnaBukhari) December 26, 2018
2018 also proved that our celebrities aren’t any less than others and some people’s favorite moments of the past year had to do with our celebrities
The gorgeous Mahira Khan received a warm welcomed at the Google and Facebook Headquarters during her visit to the United States.#BestMomentsOf2018
— FatiمA (@DairyMilK177) December 26, 2018
Some people’s favorite moments were the badass Pakistani women
Pakistani weightlifter Rabia Shahzad won a gold medal at the Ralph Cashman Open Weightlifting Championship held in New South Wales, Australia. #BestMomentsOf2018
— FatiمA (@DairyMilK177) December 26, 2018
Women in Pakistan are breaking all stereotypical boundaries in various fields and are making their mark, be that in the field of sports or science, and the list goes on. #BestMomentsOf2018
— Masσσd Khaи 🇵🇰 (@smasood801) December 26, 2018
Looking after and preserving our environment was definitely the right step this year and these Pakistanis definitely recognized that
#BestMomentsOf2018 Fund Raising Status for The Supreme Court of Pakistan and the Prime Minister of Pakistan Diamer-Bhasha and Mohmand Dams Fund pic.twitter.com/pZ6sJ1uDsf
— Aun Muhammad khan (@aunmuhammadk1) December 26, 2018
#BestMomentsOf2018 Through Green Pakistan Programme, 100 million trees will be planted which will not only help improve the forest cover but also contribute to meeting the domestic demand for wood sustainably
— Aun Muhammad khan (@aunmuhammadk1) December 26, 2018
Although, Pakistan may not be at a very stable and prosperous position right now, 2018 was definitely full of amazing moments that helped this country take a step forward.
What are your best moments of 2018? Let us know in the comments below.
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