Peshawar: Pakistan has officially lodged a complaint against Acting Afghan Consul General Mohibullah Shakir following an incident at the Rahmat-ul-lil-Aalameen Conference in Peshawar, where Shakir remained seated during the playing of the Pakistani national anthem, a move seen as a serious breach of diplomatic protocol.
According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the incident occurred during an event hosted by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur. The act by Mohibullah Shakir, described as a blatant disregard for diplomatic norms, has sparked significant controversy, particularly in light of his ambiguous legal status in Pakistan. Sources reveal that Shakir does not possess necessary legal documents, including an Afghan passport, and has been residing in Pakistan illegally since his POR Card expired.
The Pakistani government has communicated its disapproval to Afghan authorities, underscoring the gravity of disrespect shown to national symbols. This incident has raised questions about the verification processes for diplomatic credentials and legal status of foreign officials in Pakistan.