San Francisco: Ambassador of Pakistan to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh has conducted a series of public engagements during his visit to the San Francisco Bay Area, aimed at reinforcing constructive ties between Pakistan and its vibrant diaspora.

According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the Ambassador, accompanied by the Consul General of Pakistan in Los Angeles, met with three key community organizations, emphasizing the vital role of Pakistan’s diplomatic missions in facilitating their initiatives and strengthening Pakistan-U.S relations.

In Fremont California, Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh addressed a large gathering of the Pakistani-American community from different walks of life. He urged the community to remain united and promote harmony among its members. Providing an overview of Pakistan’s upbeat economic outlook, the Ambassador encouraged them to actively contribute to enhancing trade and investment between Pakistan and the United States.

Later, the Ambassador attended the Annual Gathering of the APPNA Northern California Chapter, where he lauded the invaluable contributions of Pakistani-American physicians. He acknowledged their ongoing support to Pakistan’s social, especially the healthcare sectors, urging APPNA members to leverage their influence and networks to further strengthen Pakistan-U.S. bilateral ties.

The Ambassador also participated in the Annual gathering of the NUSTIAN USA Alumni Association. He praised their initiatives in supporting NUST alumni in the U.S, their charitable work in Pakistan, and their efforts to assist underprivileged students in Pakistan. He encouraged NUSTIAN USA to leverage cutting-edge technology and tap into Pakistan’s burgeoning IT market to drive the country’s economic development.

Throughout all public engagements, the Ambassador highlighted that Pakistan’s diplomatic missions are committed to facilitating such collaborations and stand ready to support the community in implementing projects that benefit both Pakistan and its bilateral ties with the U.S.