ISLAMABAD, Aug 01 (APP):Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety, Syed Imran Ahmad Shah Friday said the welfare of overseas Pakistanis and the provision of quality public services remained among the government's top priorities, stressing that Pakistani missions abroad must provide efficient, accessible, timely and people-centric consular services. He made these remarks while addressing a gathering during his visit to the Consulate General of Pakistan in Chicago, where he …
Overseas Pakistanis’ welfare a top government priority: Imran Ahmad Shah
ISLAMABAD, Aug 01 (APP):Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety, Syed Imran Ahmad Shah Friday said the welfare of overseas Pakistanis and the provision of quality public services remained among the government’s top priorities, stressing that Pakistani missions abroad must provide efficient, accessible, timely and people-centric consular services.
He made these remarks while addressing a gathering during his visit to the Consulate General of Pakistan in Chicago, where he inaugurated a photo exhibition highlighting the rights and struggle of the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).
The minister was received by Consul General Zaman Mehdi along with officers and staff of the Consulate. Members of the Pakistani-American community also attended the event.
Syed Imran Ahmad Shah said overseas Pakistanis should be treated with dignity, respect, compassion and sincerity.
He stressed the need to further simplify consular procedures, eliminate unnecessary delays and ensure timely assistance to applicants, adding that public service delivery should be guided by the principles of humanity, justice and Islamic values.
According to a news release, the minister appreciated the invaluable contribution of overseas Pakistanis to Pakistan’s economy, national development and the country’s positive image around the world.
He said consular services could be further improved by addressing the concerns and suggestions of overseas Pakistanis, strengthening institutional engagement, enhancing public communication and making greater use of modern technology.
During the visit, Consul General Zaman Mehdi briefed the federal minister on the Consulate’s initiatives to facilitate the Pakistani community across the American Midwest.
He highlighted efforts including organizing consular camps in different cities, maintaining regular engagement with the community, ensuring timely dissemination of information and improving access to consular services for Pakistanis residing in areas distant from Chicago.
The Consul General reaffirmed the Consulate’s commitment to providing transparent, timely and community-oriented services while maintaining close engagement with Pakistanis living within its jurisdiction.
Later, the federal minister interacted with members of the Pakistani-American community, who welcomed him and shared their views and suggestions regarding the welfare of overseas Pakistanis and further improvement of consular services.
