Asad M. Khan
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Secretary General ECO, Former 🇵🇰 Foreign Secretary & Ambassador to US, EU, Japan, Belgium. Also NRA to Luxembourg, Bahamas & Jamaica.
Tehran, Iran
Joined July 2012
Important for all to know that this is my only Twitter account - a verified one. Anything being tweeted from any other account in my name is fake.
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Arrived in Brussels this morning to assume my responsibilities as Pakistan’s Ambassador to Belgium, EU and Luxembourg @EmbassyPakBel @ForeignOfficePk.
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Strongly condemn the cowardly terrorist attack in Karachi and offer our deepest condolences to the families of the victims as well as to the people and Government of China.
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Honored and proudly representing Pakistan at the 59th Inauguration Ceremony of President Biden and VP Harris at Capitol Hill. Witnessing a historic transition and a ceremony filled with tradition.
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For nearly 35 years I have had the singular privilege and honor of serving my country in positions of great responsibility as a member of the Foreign Service of Pakistan. For this I can never thank Allah enough for His unbounded blessings.
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After serving as 🇵🇰's Ambassador to 🇺🇸 for over 3 years, I leave today to take up my new post in Brussels. Its been an honor to represent my country in the US. I thank all our friends in the 🇺🇸, esp 🇵🇰 diaspora for their support & contributions for a stronger Pak-US partnership.
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A happy and blessed Eid to our compatriots and Muslims around the world. Eid Mubarak.
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Just saw off Prime Minister Imran Khan @ImranKhanPTI at Dulles Airport along with Mary-Kate Fisher Actg Chief of Protocol after a very successful visit to the US. PM returns by a commercial flight. A big thank you to our gracious hosts @US_Protocol @WhiteHouse
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The nation lost a noble and compassionate soul. May she Rest In Peace.
The nation mourns the loss of #BilquisEdhi-a humanitarian and a philanthropist who remained a symbol of hope and compassion for over 6 decades. Inna lillah hay wa inna elaihi rajeoun. May Allah grant her the highest ranks in the Hereafter.
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Today, Pakistan Armed Forces gifted a plane load of PPE to U.S. Armed Forces as a token of friendship & solidarity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Senior US officials joined our team at the hand-over ceremony at Andrews Air Base. @OfficialDGISPR @ForeignOfficePk.@fema @StateDept
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I would like to thank all my friends and well wishers for their kind words and thoughtful comments that have encouraged me ever more to keep giving my best in serving our country and people.
After serving as 🇵🇰's Ambassador to 🇺🇸 for over 3 years, I leave today to take up my new post in Brussels. Its been an honor to represent my country in the US. I thank all our friends in the 🇺🇸, esp 🇵🇰 diaspora for their support & contributions for a stronger Pak-US partnership.
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Pakistan Smartphone App Success- App developed by young Pakistanis being looked at by major tech companies.
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As I retire, I want to thank all those who have been part of this incredible journey for their cooperation during my long & eventful career. While I will not hold any official position, public service remains my passion and giving back in whatever humble way I can, my priority.
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Happy Independence Day to all our compatriots around the world.
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Foreign Minister of Pakistan @SMQureshiPTI arrives in New York 🗽 to attend special #UNGA session.
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Thank you Team DC and all others including our gracious hosts and the members of Pakistani American community who worked as one team to make PM Imran Khan’s Visit to US a remarkable success.
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Seeing off FM @SMQureshiPTI at JFK, leaving for Pakistan after a very successful visit to the US. @PakinUSA @ForeignOfficePk
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Happy to learn that @kroger has started to stock Pakistani rice & other food products. Exports of rice from Pakistan to US increased by 45% & of edible preparations by 68% from 2019 to 2020 @PakinUSA @PakinNewYork @PakinLosAngeles @Pakinhouston @PakinChicago @FMPublicDiploPK
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Prime Minister Imran Khan also invited President Donald Trump to visit Pakistan. The President graciously accepted the invitation.
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Under PM’s initiative to facilitate overseas Pakistanis, Chairman NADRA @ReplyTariq inaugurated NADARA Centre at the Embassy in Washington this morning. NICOP/POC can now be processed & succession certificates facilitated at the embassy. @PakinUSA @FMPublicDiploPK
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Thrilled to be able to finally confirm first official visit to Washington of PM @ImranKhanPTI. Never seen such excitement in the Pakistani American community. The visit will help both countries build an “enduring partnership” Inshallah!.
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A moment of pride for Pakistani American community: Surgeons at Maryland University have successfully transplanted genetically modified pig’s heart into a human being. A ground breaking milestone by a Pakistani American doctor Dr Muhammad Mansoor Mohiuddin
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Pakistani companies can now sell on Amazon as of today - an important step forward in making Pakistan a player in the world of e-commerce @SMQureshiPTI @razak_dawood @ForeignOfficePk @PakinUSA
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Thank you, Madam Minister, for the confidence you, FM @BBhuttoZardari and PM @CMShehbaz have reposed in me. It is an honor & a privilege to serve Pakistan & @ForeignOfficePk, an institution that is our pride. I also wish to thank all my friends & colleagues for their good wishes.
Welcome @asadmk17 back to headquarters as FS- of what remains a premier institution of Pakistan. Wish him best on one of the most challenging but also rewarding assignment. Thanks @JauharSaleem for holding the fort for Mofa all these weeks.
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PM Imran Khan concludes a highly successful visit to NY putting Kashmir front and center on the international agenda. Couldn’t have been possible without the leadership of FM Qureshi and FS Sohail Mahmood. Great work by PR Lodhi and UN Mission. @ForeignOfficePk @SMQureshiPTI
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Today, an important step taken towards peace in Afghanistan. A long way still to go but to have come this far is no mean feat. Pakistan proud to have made substantial contributions to this outcome, which is a testament to @ImranKhanPTI & @realDonaldTrump’s vision for peace.
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The successful management of the coronavirus pandemic and the success of the IMF program, as evidenced by the growth in GDP to 4%, demonstrate Pakistan’s ability to grow and serve as a good investment opportunity.
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Thank you very much Ambassador Bronchain for receiving me so warmly today. Look forward to working closely with you in further strengthening relations between Pakistan and Belgium.
It was a great pleasure & honor for Amb. Bronchain to welcome to the 🇧🇪 embassy the Amb. designate of 🇵🇰 to 🇧🇪 and 🇪🇺, @asadmk17. They discussed bilateral & multilateral issues and expressed the wish to reinforce the friendly and long-standing relation between 🇵🇰 & 🇧🇪.
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A More Peaceful Pakistan Puts On An IT Charm Offensive In Silicon Valley.
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Thank you very much for your friendship Ambassador.
It was a great honor to attend a brotherly Pakistan day reception yesterday!. My all the best wishes in his future diplomatic career to departing brilliant Ambassador and my friend @asadmk17 🇦🇿🇵🇰
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Thank you very much Mr President @realDonaldTrump. A moment of pride for the Pakistani Americans who are making important contributions in fighting Covid-19 both in the US and Pakistan.
Congrats to 10-year-old Laila Khan, a Pakistani-American girl scout recognized by President Trump during a ceremony honoring coronavirus heroes! Laila donated 100 boxes of cookies to local medical workers & firefighters. Read more: Photo Credit: AFP #COVID
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I am thankful to all my friends and well wishers on their kind and thoughtful words and prayers on my retirement. I remain eternally grateful.
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I warmly congratulate Syed Babar Ali @LifeAtLUMS for being elected as member of American Academy of Arts & Sciences. Recognized for his Business, Corporate, and Philanthropic Leadership, he is only 2nd Pakistani in Academy’s history after Prof Abdus Salam to receive this honor.
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Today 26 years ago we lost our father, Khan A. Majeed. A celebrated insurance agent, a soccer enthusiast and organiser and a true dervish at heart, Abbu was our ideal and inspiration. May he rest in peace.
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Saw off the first of six special charter flights being organized by the Govt in conjunction with @Official_PIA for the repatriation of Pakistanis stranded in the US from @Dulles_Airport today. The safe return of Pakistanis stranded abroad is Govt’s top priority. @ForeignOfficePk
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Greatly honored to present my credentials to His Royal Highness The Grand Duke yesterday. HRH conveyed his deep concern & condolences over recent catastrophic floods. I affirmed my resolve to fully devote to deepening 🇵🇰 🇱🇺 relations. @Courgrandducale @MFA_Lu @ForeignOfficePk
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Saw off 150 Pakistani exchange students leaving for Lahore via US special flight. Grateful to @State_SCA for arranging the flight. Earlier, 65 exchange students had also been repatriated via Qatar Airways flight. Meanwhile, the next PIA charter flight leaves for Khi on 13 May.
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Hosted a working luncheon for the South Asia experts from Washington Think Tanks. Briefed them in detail on the evolving crisis in Kashmir and its implications for the broader region.
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Pleasure to meet @Malala today. Her passion and advocacy for human rights esp for women & their education including in #Afghanistan is admirable. Also discussed the inhumane suffering of women in #IIOJK
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My heartfelt felicitations to Amb @syrusqazi, one of our best and most experienced diplomats on being appointed as the 32nd Foreign Secretary of Pakistan. I wish him the very best.
Ambassador Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi @syrusqazi has been appointed as the 32nd Foreign Secretary of Pakistan. He replaces Ambassador Asad Majeed Khan @asadmk17 who retires from government service upon attaining superannuation.
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Happy Independence Day to all our compatriots in Pakistan and around the world.
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Scenes @TimesSquareNYC as Kashmiris mark a full year of their imprisonment on August 5. That is one full year of forced disappearances, torture, and a siege that has been intensified on the pretext of Covid-19. #LetKashmirSpeak #OneYearSiege
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#Today marks 71 years since UN promised that #Kashmir will decide its future through a free and impartial plebiscite. Yet India's 150 day #siege and attempted annexation of the region continues. It's time the world made India respect Intl Law and #HumanRights .#FreeKashmir.
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#Pakistan is a @CNTraveler top destination for #2020. #UK also revises its travel advisory. We are ready for the #world - #safe and more #modern than ever: #DestinationPakistan #PakYourBags #UK @PakEmbassyDC @ForeignOfficePk @sayedzbukhari
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Welcomed Foreign Minister @SMQureshiPTI at JFK. He is in New York to attend the 76th UNGA Session.
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Dr. Omar Atiq becomes the first ever Physcian of Pakistani descent & only the second international medical graduate to be elected as President of American College of Physicians. A proud and historic moment for Pakistani American Community. Congratulations Dr Atiq. @PakinUSA.
Delighted to virtually meet Dr Omar Atiq, Pakistani American oncologist based in Arkansas. Took the opportunity to not only acknowledge & appreciate his outstanding professional achievements but also his commendable generosity & humanitarian gestures. We agreed to stay in touch.
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Pakistan’s long term economic outlook to remain “stable” according to Standard & Poor’s (S&P). This reflects Pakistan’s economic resilience despite COVID-19 pandemic. Moody and Fitch have already issued similar outlooks. @PakPMO @FinMinistryPak @ForeignOfficePk @SMQureshiPTI.
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EU🇪🇺 announces the immediate provision of €350,000 for flood affected population in 🇵🇰 through its urgent response mechanism ECHO. Given the epic scale of the disaster all such contributions are a source of great relief for affected populations. @JanezLenarcic @ForeignOfficePk
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Let me repeat #Kashmir is not India's internal matter. It is an international dispute. India's actions on August 5, 2019 were a violation of UN Resolutions and international law, and its own leaders' commitments #KashmirSeigeDay
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Grateful to @realDonaldTrump for donating 200 ventilators (100 delivered) and for standing with the people of Pakistan during this difficult time. COVID-19 is a global threat that our two countries are fighting together .@ImranKhanPTI.@WHNSC.@SMQureshiPTI.
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Another important global voice @GretaThunberg calls for urgent help, support and solidarity for the victims of climate induced catastrophic floods in Pakistan and announces her own contribution.
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#Pakistan is committed to working with the United States and the international community to resolve the #Kashmir dispute. #WeStandWithKashmir.
Spoke to my two good friends, Prime Minister Modi of India, and Prime Minister Khan of Pakistan, regarding Trade, Strategic Partnerships and, most importantly, for India and Pakistan to work towards reducing tensions in Kashmir. A tough situation, but good conversations!.
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Just came out of a very productive meeting between President Trump and PM Imran Khan
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Asad Majeed Khan calls on U.S. to pressure India on Kashmir curfew - Washington Times
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How many countries have recalled their Ambassadors from Israel to protest the ongoing Palestinian genocide ? Sadly, some blood is cheaper than the rest. Deeply shocked and very angry at this selectivity and double standards.
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Thank you very much Foreign Minister @BBhuttoZardari for your vision & leadership in steering 🇵🇰 foreign policy during these tough times & for looking after the welfare & wellbeing of hardworking foreign service personnel. I convey to you the gratitude of the entire FSP cadre.
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Greatly honored to receive the Prime Minister of Pakistan on his arrival in US on official working visit to the US.
Prime Minister Imran Khan is accompanied by Adviser to PM on Commerce Mr. Abdul Razzaq Dawood and Foreign Secretary Mr. Sohail Mehmood.
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Alhamdollilah our evacuation operations out of Sudan are now complete with the safe evacuation of around 1025 Pakistanis. The repatriations from Jeddah would continue until last Pakistani is eventually brought back.
By Allah’s grace and tireless efforts of our embassy in Khartoum led by Amb Regi, supported by 🇸🇦 and 🇨🇳 and our teams in Jeddah and Islamabad, we have successfully & safely evacuated over 1000 Pakistanis out of Sudan. With this our evacuation operations out of Sudan have ended.
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Deeply shocked to hear about the Texas school shooting tragedy and the loss of 21 precious lives. My thoughts & prayers for the families of the victims.
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My Oped carried by Washington post !.
India is precipitating a crisis in Kashmir. It’s time for the U.S. to step in, writes @asadmk17
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Honored to join Netsol CEO Najeeb Ghauri at @Nasdaq Closing Bell Ceremony in New York today. A proud moment for all Pakistani Americans & inspiration for all our entrepreneurs working in the Tech Sector. @PakEmbassyDC @ForeignOfficePk
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I congratulate American people on their 244th Independence Day. Over the years, our two great countries have closely worked together to pursue peace, prosperity and happiness for our peoples & will continue to do so in future. @WHNSC @State_SCA @ForeignOfficePk
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Surprising audience PM @ImranKhanPTI virtually joined APPNA Convention last night. PM described “Overseas Pakistanis our biggest asset” & “APPNA most influential Overseas Pakistani organization.” Invited APPNA to contribute more proactively to improve Pakistan’s health system.
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It was a pleasure to meet the young & dynamic travel photographer @YngwieScheerli1 today !.We had great conversation about the #tourism potential of 🇵🇰 as narrated in his recent article in @asadventure Magazine 👇.@EmbassyPakBel
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Saw off the first of six special charter flights being organized by the Govt in conjunction with @Official_PIA for the repatriation of Pakistanis stranded in the US from @Dulles_Airport today. The safe return of Pakistanis stranded abroad is Govt’s top priority. @ForeignOfficePk
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Happy Pakistan 🇵🇰 Day .Flag hoisting ceremony at Embassy of Pakistan, Washington DC #PakistanZindabaad .#PakistanDay.@FMPublicDiploPK @PakinUSA
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Indebted to @JacksonLeeTX18, Chairwoman of US Congressional Pakistan Caucus for presenting to me Certificate of Congressional Recognition as I leave DC. I firmly believe that our future lies in further strengthening Pak-U.S. partnership and working together for shared objectives.
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After a productive and eventful stint in Tokyo, honored to be back in DC as Pakistan’s Ambassador to the US.
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US eases travel restrictions to Pakistan- a recognition of Pakistan’s improved security environment and effective handling of COVID.
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A memorable line by Sehla Ashai at Lantos Commission Hearing on Kashmir today:.“If the facts are against you, argue the law. If the law is against you, argue the facts. If the law and facts are against you, pound the table and yell Pakistan”.#Kashmir .#StandWithKashmir.
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This is a seriously distorted and misleading account of Pakistan’s Covid vaccination program, which is being run in a fair, transparent and equitable manner.
Privately purchased vaccinations in Pakistan and elsewhere stand as a striking example of the disparity in treatment options around the world.
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Celebrating colours, culture and cuisine of Pakistan 🇵🇰 with our vibrant Pakistani American community on Independence Mela at the Bull Run Park Virginia .# PakistanZindabad @PakinUSA @ForeignOfficePk
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It’s time that we start applying a “source test” to reports demonizing Pakistan. Don’t be surprised to see all such reports emanating from or linked to one country source.
Pakistan rejects allegations of involvement in Panjsher valley as "part of mischievous propaganda campaign" . #APPNews @ForeignOfficePk . via @appcsocialmedia
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Happy #PakistanDay! As the #Pakistan flag rises, so does our great country. May we continue to exercise safety, #unity, and #strength during this day and beyond.
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In a great humanitarian gesture Pakistani American Doctor wipes away the debt of his cancer patients.
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Saw the Foreign Minister off at Dulles as he also flew out commercial. Thanked him for his leadership & supervision in making the visit a big success. @SMQureshiPTI @ForeignOfficePk
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I congratulate the new entrants to the Foreign Service of Pakistan and welcome them to the FSP fraternity. An exciting career and a great opportunity for national service awaits them. @ForeignOfficePk
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Today, Pakistan opened Kartarpur Corridor to welcome Sikh pilgrims to visit their holy site & celebrate 550th birth anniversary of Baba Guru Nanak. The initiative shows Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace & engagement & interfaith harmony. #KartarpurCorridor .@PakEmbassyDC.
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PM Khan briefed President Trump on the humanitarian crisis in IOJ&K and how it posed a threat to regional peace and stability.
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Senator @SaniaNishtar and Chairman NADRA @ReplyTariq interacted with Pakistani American community at an event hosted by the Embassy @PakinUSA
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Pakistan is truly open for business and tourism. After UK & several other countries U.S. also recognizes improved security situation in Pakistan’s major cities, particularly Islamabad in its latest travel advisory @StateDept @State_SCA @PakEmbassyDC @ForeignOfficePk.
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Delighted to join and complete the “20 Km de Bruxelles” this morning with thousands of participants from 137 countries. A great experience.
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FM @SMQureshiPTI interacted with Pakistani American youth in New York today. Lauded their innovative and entrepreneurial spirit and desire to contribute to Pakistan’s development effort. @PakinUSA @ForeignOfficePk
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Thank you Asst Secy Don Lu @State_SCA & Congresswoman @JacksonLeeTX18 for your perspectives this evening @PakinUSA. Also, thank u to the amazing women leaders who joined us in recognizing achievements, contributions & progress that our women have made in their respective fields.
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Pakistan Is The Hot Asian Stock Market Hungry for Foreign Cash
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Saw off 150 Pakistani exchange students leaving for Lahore via US special flight. Grateful to @State_SCA for arranging the flight. Earlier, 65 exchange students had also been repatriated via Qatar Airways flight. Meanwhile, the next PIA charter flight leaves for Khi on 13 May.
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Delighted to meet notable members of 🇵🇰 community in 🇧🇪. Heartening to see many of them doing well in local politics & businesses. Our community is our strength & a strong bridge btw 🇧🇪 & 🇵🇰. Looking forward to working closely with them for a stronger Pak- Belgian relationship.
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Celebrating our 82nd Pakistan Day @PakinUSA with full zeal and fervor. I am thankful to all friends of 🇵🇰 who joined us in celebrating #PakistanDay last evening.
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Greatly honored to present my credentials to His Majesty King Philippe of 🇧🇪 at the #BelgianRoyalPalace today. Would continue efforts to further strengthen 🇵🇰🇧🇪 friendship. @MonarchieBe. @ForeignOfficePk @BelgiumMFA .@BelgiumISB
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