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New Year Celebrations Across the Globe Spark Joy and Festivity

By The South Asia Times

SYDNEY / BEIJING / ISLAMABAD: Countries around the world welcomed 2026 with vibrant celebrations, as millions marked the occasion with fireworks, cultural events, and family gatherings.

In Australia, the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge lit up with a spectacular fireworks display at the stroke of midnight, drawing thousands to the harbourfront and captivating millions watching via live broadcasts.

In China, major cities celebrated with dazzling light shows, performances, and traditional festivities. Beijing saw one of the largest gatherings, with thousands of people participating in countdown events at public squares, cultural venues, and scenic landmarks, creating a lively and colorful start to the year.

Pakistan and India marked the New Year with fireworks, prayers, and public celebrations, as citizens expressed hopes for peace, stability, and prosperity.

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended his greetings to all Pakistanis at home and abroad, praising the nation’s resilience, progress in governance and economic recovery, and reaffirming a commitment to peace and regional cooperation.

Across Southeast Asia, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand hosted vibrant countdown events, while Japan welcomed 2026 with temple bells, prayers, and reflection, blending tradition with modern festivities. Further east, New Zealand lit up Auckland’s Sky Tower with fireworks, alongside outdoor concerts and gatherings.

From Europe to the Asia-Pacific, the arrival of the New Year was marked by optimism, unity, and renewed hope, as communities worldwide embraced fresh beginnings and aspirations for peace, prosperity, and togetherness.