Nobel Prize laureate and activist Malala Yousafzai delivered an inspiring speech at the Commonwealth Games inauguration ceremony on Friday in which she outlined the significance of girls’ education for social development.
Malala represented Pakistan and highlighted the significance of girls’ education in Pakistan during the ceremony through a documentary film.
The Commonwealth Games opening ceremony was held in Birmingham which was attended by Prince Charles instead of Queen Elizabeth of the United Kingdom. The Prince declared the games open as he read out the message of the Queen for the Commonwealth nations.
In her speech, Malala said it was an honour to attend the ceremony.
“It is an honour for being here in the opening ceremony and I welcome everyone in Birmingham,” she said.
