On March 11, 2025, Pakistan’s Foreign Office confirmed that K K Wagan, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Turkmenistan, was deported by U.S. immigration officials during a private trip to Los Angeles, prompting the ministry to investigate.
Despite his valid visa, the K K Wagan deportation has diplomats scrambling for answers after he was sent back from LAX to his last port. “It’s under investigation,” a spokesperson said, noting the personal nature of his travel.
U.S. authorities have flagged K.K. Wagan due to an “immigration objection,” which may be related to “controversial visa references” or previous U.S. cases from his time as deputy consul general in Los Angeles.
The experienced diplomat, who previously served as ambassador to Oman, was quickly replaced, though details remain unclear. Islamabad’s Foreign Ministry is investigating the situation, and there are indications that Wagan may be called back to explain the matter.
The incident surrounding K.K. Wagan’s deportation has raised diplomatic concerns, what is the reason for the block?