Asim Iftikhar Ahmad calls for innovation, inclusive diplomacy on Foreign Service Day

Islamabad: Foreign Secretary Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad has called for innovation, inclusive participation and a broader diplomatic approach to advance Pakistan’s national interests amid a rapidly changing global landscape. In his message on the Foreign Service of Pakistan Day 2026, the foreign secretary highlighted the contributions of generations of Pakistani diplomats, saying their dedication, professionalism […]

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Pakistan, Germany Mark 75 Years of Diplomatic Relations; Chairman Senate Calls for Deeper Cooperation

Islamabad: Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has emphasized the need to strengthen Pakistan-Germany relations through enhanced economic cooperation, investment, education and parliamentary engagement, noting that 75 years of diplomatic relations provide a solid foundation for a forward-looking and mutually beneficial partnership. Addressing a gathering marking German Unity Day, attended by German Ambassador Ina Lepel, […]

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Secretary-general calls for stronger trade and investment partnerships at 2nd D-8 business forum in Indonesia

The Secretary-General of the Developing-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation (D-8), H.E. Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, delivered a pre-recorded Keynote Address at the 2nd D-8 Business Forum, organised by the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) on 15 October 2026 at ICE BSD City, Tangerang, Indonesia, on the sidelines of the 41st Trade Expo Indonesia (TEI), […]

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D-8 secretary-general receives Al-Hidayah Group delegation at the secretariat

H.E. Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Secretary-General of the Developing-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation (D-8), received a delegation of Al-Hidayah Group, led by its Chairman and former D-8 Secretary-General, H.E. Dato’ Ku Jaafar Ku Shaari, at the D-8 Secretariat in Istanbul. The meeting provided an opportunity to review progress under the Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) signed between […]

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Gilani welcomes Foreign Secretary Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, stresses closer coordination to advance Pakistan’s diplomacy

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Foreign Secretary Asim Iftikhar Ahmad on Thursday held a meeting with Senate Chairman Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani at Parliament House, focusing on strengthening coordination between Pakistan’s diplomatic and parliamentary channels to advance the country’s foreign policy priorities and expand international partnerships. Gilani welcomed Asim Iftikhar Ahmad on assuming charge as Foreign Secretary […]

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FS Asim Iftikhar Ahmad pledges dedicated service to Pakistan

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Newly appointed Foreign Secretary Asim Iftikhar Ahmad has expressed his gratitude over being entrusted with the responsibility of leading Pakistan’s diplomatic service, describing the appointment as a great honour and reaffirming his commitment to serving the country. In his first public remarks following his appointment, Ambassador Ahmad said it was a “great […]

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Kazakh Diplomat Dr. Yerkin Tucuman’s Appointment Signals New Dawn for Pak-Central Asia Strategic Ties

lsmabad: Kazakhstan has appointed seasoned diplomat and national security expert Dr. Yerkin Tukumov as its new Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Pakistan, marking a strategic move to strengthen regional diplomacy and bilateral economic cooperation. With a distinguished career spanning the Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies (Kisi), the Security Council, and key diplomatic missions across Europe […]

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Asim Iftikhar Ahmad takes charge as foreign secretary after high-profile UN assignment

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Bringing extensive multilateral diplomatic experience and a distinguished record of representing Pakistan at the United Nations to the country’s top career diplomatic position, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad on Monday formally assumed charge as Pakistan’s 34th foreign secretary and called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar at the Ministry of […]

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Governor Kundi chairs first Advisor Council meeting, vows decisive action against terrorism

Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Sunday chaired the first meeting of the Advisor Council at the Governor House, reaffirming the government’s commitment to restoring peace, strengthening the writ of the state and taking coordinated action against terrorism across the province. Peshawar: Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Sunday chaired the first meeting […]

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Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad to take charge as Pakistan’s 34th foreign secretary today

Veteran diplomat brings extensive multilateral experience, UN Security Council leadership and a distinguished record of international engagement to top Foreign Office position Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan’s seasoned diplomat and outgoing Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, is set to assume charge as the country’s 34th foreign secretary today […]

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