ISLAMABAD, Feb 15 (APP): Foreign Secretary Dr. Asad Majeed Khan and Norwegian Deputy Foreign Minister Erling Rimestad on Wednesday discussed the bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Norway in the areas of investment, maritime, climate and higher education. The foreign secretary received the Norwegian deputy foreign minister, Foreign Office spokesperson posted on his official Twitter handle.… Continue reading FS, Norwegian Deputy FM discuss Pak-Norway bilateral cooperation
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Pak-Netherlands consultations review bilateral ties
ISLAMABAD, Feb 08 (APP): The 10th round of Pakistan-Netherlands bilateral political consultations held in Hague on Wednesday reviewed the entire gamut of bilateral relations between Pakistan and the Netherlands as well as regional and multilateral issues of common interest. The two sides expressed satisfaction over the momentum in bilateral cooperation and resolved to further enhance… Continue reading Pak-Netherlands consultations review bilateral ties
FS, US representative discuss regional situation
ISLAMABAD, Jan 30 (APP): United States Special Representative for Afghanistan Thomas West called on Foreign Secretary Asad M. Khan here on Monday.According to the Foreign Office, views on the regional situation were exchanged during the meeting.Asad Majeed Khan reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to a peaceful, stable, and interconnected region.
Pakistani-American women leaders strong anchor for Pakistan-US relationship: Ambassador
In his welcome remarks, Ambassador of Pakistan to United States Asad Majeed Khan lauded the achievements of Pakistani and Pakistani-American women and termed women empowerment as a force multiplier for change and the continued socio-economic progress of the country. He noted that today the women of Pakistan were breaking barriers, crossing new boundaries, and venturing… Continue reading Pakistani-American women leaders strong anchor for Pakistan-US relationship: Ambassador
Pakistan, US ties improving: Envoy
ISLAMABAD, Feb 24 (APP): Pakistan’s ambassador to the United States Asad Majeed Khan Thursday said over the past one year, a healthy momentum had been generated in laying down a foundation for structured and institutionalized bilateral dialogue processes in a number of areas of mutual interest. World Affairs Council of America (WACA) hosted Ambassador Asad… Continue reading Pakistan, US ties improving: Envoy
Pakistan tells US investors it pursues liberal policies for investment
WASHINGTON, Nov 11 (APP): Pakistan’s Ambassador to the US, Asad Majeed Khan, reaffirmed his government’s commitment to economic reform and facilitating international investment at an event hosted by a group of leading American investors on Wednesday. Ambassador Khan, who was invited by the 20-20 Investment Association to the closing session of its annual meeting in… Continue reading Pakistan tells US investors it pursues liberal policies for investment
Pakistan to continue to standby oppressed Kashmiris, push for implementation of UNSC resolutions: Afridi
WASHINGTON, Oct 05 (APP):Pakistan has consistently upheld the right of the people of Jammu and Kashmir to self-determination in accordance with UN Security Council resolutions that provide for an impartial plebiscite to enable the Kashmiri people to decide their future, Shehryar Khan Afridi, Chairman of the Parliamentary Special Committee on Kashmir, has said. “History tells… Continue reading Pakistan to continue to standby oppressed Kashmiris, push for implementation of UNSC resolutions: Afridi
FM Qureshi wraps up 5-day visit; ‘satisfied’ with his talks at UN
NEW YORK, Sep 25 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has wrapped up his five-day trip to New York at the head of Pakistan’s delegation to the 76th session of UN General Assembly, saying he was satisfied with the talks he had with a number of his counterparts and heads of international organizations on global… Continue reading FM Qureshi wraps up 5-day visit; ‘satisfied’ with his talks at UN
Pakistan’s rich culture & cuisine delight Washington natives
WASHINGTON, Sep 15 (APP): The heritage of Pakistan with its rich culture and cuisine turned out to be a delight for the people in Washington DC, at an event organized by the embassy. The event, aimed at promoting Pakistan’s tourism and cultural diversity, was held in connection with celebrating the country’s 75th anniversary. Pakistan’s Ambassador to… Continue reading Pakistan’s rich culture & cuisine delight Washington natives
World community must help Afghan parties to form inclusive government: Amb. Asad Khan
WASHINGTON, Aug 31 (APP): Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Asad Majeed Khan, has urged the international community to facilitate the Taliban and other Afghan parties to come to a common understanding and form an inclusive government in a bid to stabilize the situation in Afghanistan. “This is really the time an opportunity for international… Continue reading World community must help Afghan parties to form inclusive government: Amb. Asad Khan
Pakistani envoy calls for investment in peace to boost counter terrorism efforts in Afghanistan
WASHINGTON, Aug 28 (APP): Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Asad Majeed Khan, has said that investment in peace in Afghanistan would be the best way to counter terrorism, as he underlined the need for an inclusive government to ensure long-term stability of the war-ravaged country. “If there is no peace in Afghanistan, there would… Continue reading Pakistani envoy calls for investment in peace to boost counter terrorism efforts in Afghanistan
US-Pakistan now have ‘convergence’ of interests on Afghanistan: Ambassador Asad Khan
WASHINGTON, Aug 18 (APP): Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Asad Majeed Khan, has said that Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan has provided an opportunity for Washington and Islamabad to work in concert rather than in an atmosphere of suspicion over the alleged Pakistani support for the insurgents. In an interview with Foreign Policy, a prestigious… Continue reading US-Pakistan now have ‘convergence’ of interests on Afghanistan: Ambassador Asad Khan
Pakistan flag hoisted at embassy in Washington to mark Independence Day
WASHINGTON, Aug 14 (APP): Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Asad Majeed Khan, Saturday hoisted the national flag at the embassy in Washington to mark the auspicious occasion of the country’s Independence Day. Special messages of President Dr. Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Imran Khan were read out on the occasion. In their messages, both… Continue reading Pakistan flag hoisted at embassy in Washington to mark Independence Day
Kashmir a ‘test case’ for US pledge to uphold human rights, Asad Khan says in letter to key Congressmen
WASHINGTON, Aug 05 (APP): Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Asad Majeed Khan, has urged key US Congressmen to speak out against the “grave” human rights violations in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), and to call on India to peacefully resolve the long-standing Kashmir dispute with Pakistan through dialogue. “It is laudable that… Continue reading Kashmir a ‘test case’ for US pledge to uphold human rights, Asad Khan says in letter to key Congressmen
US, Pakistan want peaceful settlement of conflict in Afghanistan: Ambassador Asad Khan
WASHINGTON, Jul 08 (APP): With the United States having nearly completed the withdrawal of its troops from Afghanistan, an inclusive political settlement in the war-torn country would best serve Pakistan and the U.S.’ shared security interests in the region, Pakistani Ambassador in Washington Asad Majeed Khan has said. Speaking at the United States Institute of… Continue reading US, Pakistan want peaceful settlement of conflict in Afghanistan: Ambassador Asad Khan
Pakistan looks forward to ‘stand-alone, enduring’ ties with US: Amb. Asad Khan
WASHINGTON, Mar 23 (APP):Pakistan looks forward to building a “stand-alone, broad-based and enduring partnership” with the new U.S. Administration, led by President Joe Biden, Ambassador Asad Majeed Khan said at a virtual event held on Monday to mark Pakistan Day. The Pakistani envoy said that US-Pakistan relationship drew strength from key enablers including strong people-to-people… Continue reading Pakistan looks forward to ‘stand-alone, enduring’ ties with US: Amb. Asad Khan
US should first consult Taliban for extension in withdrawal deadline: Asad
ISLAMABAD, Feb 20 (APP):Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States Asad Majeed Khan has said that the US should first consult with Taliban, followed by other stakeholders in the region, in case of any extension in the deadline for withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan. “If that is an agreement between the United States and Taliban, I… Continue reading US should first consult Taliban for extension in withdrawal deadline: Asad
