New York: Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh engaged with the Pakistani-American community in New York and New Jersey at an event hosted by the Consulate General of Pakistan. This gathering marked his first official interaction with the community since his appointment, focusing on enhancing bilateral relations and exploring new avenues for trade and investment between the U.S. and Pakistan.

According to Press Information Department, the ambassador shared insights into Pakistan’s economic outlook and detailed the government’s initiatives aimed at supporting the diaspora. These initiatives are designed to facilitate trade and investment as part of a broader effort to strengthen economic ties. The session provided a platform for community leaders and members to engage in constructive dialogue, offering their perspectives on necessary reforms and the ways to solidify the bilateral relationship.

Ambassador Sheikh emphasized the importance of community contributions to Pakistan’s challenges and reassured full support from the embassy. He also reiterated the embassy’s commitment to engaging with the diaspora actively and fostering collaborations that aim to further Pakistan’s development and prosperity.